Reducing chronic disease disparities in BIPOC communities in Minnesota
Official title: Center for Chronic Disease Reduction and Equity Promotion Across Minnesota (C2DREAM)
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10939534 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Black, Indigenous, and people of color in Minnesota live healthier lives by tackling issues like heart disease and obesity through community programs that encourage better eating, exercise, and quitting smoking, while also looking at how racism affects health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $641,110 |
| NIH project number | 3P50MD017342-04S2 |
| Project ID | NIH-10939534 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are adults aged 21 and older from BIPOC communities who are at risk for or affected by chronic diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to BIPOC communities or those who are not affected by chronic diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the significant health disparities faced by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities in Minnesota, particularly concerning chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and obesity. The project aims to implement community-based interventions that promote healthier diets, physical activity, and smoking cessation. By engaging with these communities, the research seeks to understand the impact of structural and interpersonal racism on health outcomes and develop effective strategies to combat these inequities. The approach includes collaboration with local healthcare providers and community organizations to ensure that interventions are culturally relevant and effective.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced chronic disease rates among BIPOC populations in Minnesota.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-based interventions targeting health disparities, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Allen, Michele L — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Allen, Michele L
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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.