Strategies to lower heart and metabolic diseases in the Deep South
Community-Based Strategies to Reduce Cardiometabolic Disease in the Deep South
This study is all about helping Black women in rural areas of the Deep South who are dealing with obesity and related health issues like diabetes and heart disease, by promoting weight loss, healthier eating, and more physical activity to improve their overall health and prevent serious conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10884917 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of obesity and related cardiometabolic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease, particularly among Black women in rural areas of the Deep South. It employs evidence-based interventions that promote weight loss, healthier eating, and increased physical activity to help prevent the progression of pre-diabetes and hypertension. The study aims to engage communities and implement tailored strategies to improve health outcomes in populations that are often underserved and at higher risk. By leveraging local resources and community involvement, the research seeks to create sustainable health improvements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Black women living in rural areas of the Deep South who are at risk for obesity and cardiometabolic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or who do not reside in the targeted rural areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases in high-risk populations, leading to improved health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar community-based interventions aimed at reducing obesity and improving health outcomes in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baskin, Monica L. — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Baskin, Monica L.
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.