Monitoring maternal experiences and behaviors during pregnancy and early infancy in Minnesota.
DP21-001 Minnesota Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System, Component A
This study is all about talking to new moms in Minnesota to learn about their experiences during and after pregnancy, so we can help improve health for both mothers and their babies, especially for those in communities of color and American Indian populations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Minnesota State Dept of Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (St. Paul, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055268 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Minnesota Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) collects important data on maternal and child health by surveying women who have recently given birth. This ongoing program aims to understand the experiences and behaviors of mothers before, during, and after pregnancy, focusing on factors that may affect maternal and infant health. By gathering state-specific data, PRAMS helps inform public health programs and policies to improve health outcomes for mothers and their children. The project also addresses health disparities among populations of color and American Indians in Minnesota.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are women who have recently delivered a live birth in Minnesota.
Not a fit: Patients who are not recent mothers or who have not given birth in Minnesota may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and infant health programs and policies in Minnesota.
How similar studies have performed: Similar surveillance systems have successfully informed public health initiatives in other states, indicating the potential effectiveness of this approach.
Where this research is happening
St. Paul, United States
- Minnesota State Dept of Health — St. Paul, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheff, Mira Grice — Minnesota State Dept of Health
- Study coordinator: Sheff, Mira Grice
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.