Understanding asthma care disparities between Latino and White adults
EQUITABLE: Equity in Treatment for Asthma Between Latinos and Whites
This study looks at how Latino adults experience asthma care compared to non-Hispanic White adults, focusing on what services they might not be using and how social factors affect their access to care, with the goal of finding ways to improve asthma treatment for Latino communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ochin, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11044352 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the differences in asthma care experiences and outcomes between Latino and non-Hispanic White adults. It aims to identify the specific asthma care services that Latino adults may underutilize and how social factors influence their access to care. By analyzing a large dataset from community health centers, the study will link health care utilization with social determinants of health to uncover the root causes of these disparities. The findings could help improve asthma care for Latino populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latino adults aged 21 and older who experience asthma.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latino or do not have asthma may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved asthma care strategies that address the specific needs of Latino patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can improve health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Ochin, INC. — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Heintzman, John — Ochin, INC.
- Study coordinator: Heintzman, John
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.