Understanding health disparities in Asian American communities
Official title: Asian American Community Cohort and Equity Study (ACCESS)
Funded at Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr · NIH-10899583 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to understand the health challenges, like diabetes and heart disease, that Asian Americans face, and it's inviting 2,400 people from Chinese, Vietnamese, and Filipino backgrounds in the Philadelphia-New Jersey-New York City area to share their health experiences to help improve care for these communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $629,098 |
| NIH project number | 5UG3HL170034-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899583 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are Asian American men and women aged 25-64, specifically from Chinese, Vietnamese, and Filipino backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the specified age range or those not identifying as part of the targeted Asian subgroups may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the health challenges faced by Asian Americans, particularly focusing on chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular disorders. It aims to establish a cohort of 2,400 individuals from Chinese, Vietnamese, and Filipino backgrounds in the greater Philadelphia-New Jersey-New York City area. By collecting detailed health data and addressing the gaps in existing research, the study seeks to better understand the unique health risks and needs of these communities. Participants will be recruited through partnerships with local organizations and health providers to ensure a diverse representation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and targeted interventions for Asian American populations facing chronic diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in minority populations, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful insights.
Where this research is happening
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Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fang, Carolyn Y. — Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Fang, Carolyn Y.
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.