Preventing heart and metabolic diseases in Mozambique communities
Implementation determinants and community-based prevention for cardiometabolic disease in Mozambique: a pilot study
This study is looking at ways to help people in Mozambique prevent heart and diabetes-related health issues by finding out what works best in their communities and making those strategies part of their healthcare system.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10988100 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and implementing effective community-based strategies to prevent cardiometabolic diseases, such as hypertension and type II diabetes, in Mozambique. It aims to identify the factors that influence the success of these prevention efforts and how they can be integrated into existing health systems. By utilizing a Systems Analysis and Improvement Approach, the project will assess the local environment, health behaviors, and risk factors to develop tailored interventions that can be scaled up for broader impact. Patients in Mozambique may benefit from improved health outcomes through enhanced prevention strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in Mozambique who are at risk for or currently managing hypertension or type II diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Mozambique or those without risk factors for cardiometabolic diseases may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in the prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases in Mozambique, improving overall community health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing community-based health interventions for HIV prevention, suggesting that similar approaches may be effective for cardiometabolic disease prevention.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brumwell, Amanda — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Brumwell, 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.