Strategies to reduce high blood pressure disparities in Los Angeles County.
Multi-ethnic Multi-level Strategies and Behavioral Economics to Eliminate Hypertension Disparities in LA County.
This study is working to make sure everyone in Los Angeles County gets the best care for high blood pressure, no matter their background, by finding out what helps or hinders treatment and creating friendly, community-based solutions to support healthier lifestyles.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917334 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address and eliminate disparities in hypertension treatment among diverse racial and ethnic groups in Los Angeles County. It focuses on understanding and improving factors that contribute to high blood pressure, such as lifestyle choices, medication adherence, and community resources. By engaging with patients, clinicians, and community stakeholders, the project will implement evidence-based strategies that are culturally sensitive and tailored to the needs of the population. The approach combines behavioral economics with community engagement to promote healthier behaviors and improve access to treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Latino, Asian, and African American adults living in Los Angeles County who are diagnosed with hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Los Angeles County or those without hypertension may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure control and overall cardiovascular health for underrepresented populations in Los Angeles County.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively reduce health disparities, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Arleen F. — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Brown, Arleen F.
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.