Monitoring pregnancy risks to improve maternal and infant health
DP21-001 Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS)
This study is all about understanding the experiences and feelings of moms before, during, and after pregnancy to help improve health for both mothers and babies, and it’s designed for anyone interested in making pregnancy healthier for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nh State Dept/hlth Statistics/data Mgmt NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Concord, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11057481 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) aims to enhance maternal and child health by gathering and analyzing data on maternal attitudes, behaviors, and experiences before, during, and after pregnancy. This research involves collecting high-quality population-based data to inform public health policies and programs, ultimately influencing maternal behaviors and improving health outcomes. The project also includes the capacity to respond to public health emergencies by adapting the survey as needed. By translating findings into actionable information, PRAMS seeks to promote healthier pregnancies and reduce infant morbidity and mortality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include pregnant individuals or new mothers who can provide insights into their experiences and behaviors during pregnancy and early infancy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently pregnant or have not recently given birth may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and infant health outcomes through better-informed public health policies and practices.
How similar studies have performed: Similar public health surveillance systems have shown success in improving maternal and child health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Where this research is happening
Concord, United States
- Nh State Dept/hlth Statistics/data Mgmt — Concord, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Suzuki, Laura K — Nh State Dept/hlth Statistics/data Mgmt
- Study coordinator: Suzuki, Laura K
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.