Monitoring maternal health experiences in Texas before, during, and after pregnancy
DP-21-001 Component A: Core Surveillance: Texas Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (TX PRAMS)
['FUNDING_U01'] · TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES · NIH-11057487
This study is all about talking to new moms in Texas to learn more about their health during and after pregnancy, so we can make things better for mothers and their babies in the future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (AUSTIN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11057487 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on collecting and analyzing data related to maternal health in Texas through the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS). It involves surveying recent mothers about various health topics, including prenatal care access, pregnancy intentions, and postpartum experiences. The data collected will be used to inform public health policies and programs aimed at improving the health of mothers and their babies. By enhancing response rates and expanding the reach of PRAMS, the project aims to better understand and address emerging public health needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are recent mothers in Texas who can provide insights into their pregnancy experiences and health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not recent mothers or those outside of Texas may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for mothers and infants in Texas through better-informed public health policies.
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
AUSTIN, UNITED STATES
- TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES — AUSTIN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DELLA GROTTA, AMANDA — TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES
- Study coordinator: DELLA GROTTA, AMANDA
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.