Transforming preventive care to reduce mortality in low-income populations
Can a radical transformation of preventive care reduce mortality by 20% in low SES populations? Preparatory work focusing on AUD/heavy alcohol use, HIV risk, and cardiovascular risk
This study is looking at how improving preventive healthcare can help save lives by 20% for people with lower incomes, especially by focusing on issues like alcohol use, HIV risk, and heart health, and it aims to provide personalized support to make it easier for them to get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10897746 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how a significant overhaul of preventive healthcare can help reduce mortality rates by 20% among low socioeconomic status (SES) populations. It focuses on addressing preventable health conditions, particularly those related to alcohol use disorder, HIV risk, and cardiovascular issues. The approach emphasizes personalized care, which tailors screening and intervention strategies to individual needs, and navigation support to help patients overcome barriers to accessing care. By identifying key prevention goals, the research aims to implement effective strategies that can lead to substantial health improvements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from low socioeconomic backgrounds who are at risk for conditions like heavy alcohol use, HIV, and cardiovascular diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who are not from low SES backgrounds or who do not have the targeted health risks may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in preventable deaths among low SES populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in similar approaches aimed at reducing health disparities through targeted preventive care interventions.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Braithwaite, Ronald Scott — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Braithwaite, Ronald Scott
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.