Understanding health risks in rural Southern communities
RURAL: Risk Underlying Rural Areas Longitudinal Cohort Study
This study is looking at the health challenges faced by people living in low-income rural areas of the Southern U.S., especially related to heart, lung, and blood issues, and it's inviting 4,000 adults aged 35-64 from Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana to help uncover what affects their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10833702 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health disparities faced by individuals living in poor rural areas of the Southern United States, particularly focusing on heart, lung, and blood diseases. By recruiting a diverse cohort of 4,000 participants aged 35-64 from selected counties in Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, the study aims to identify factors that contribute to health risks and resilience in these communities. Participants will undergo comprehensive health assessments using advanced mobile examination units to gather data on environmental, lifestyle, and genetic factors that may influence health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 35-64 living in economically disadvantaged rural areas of the Southern United States.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those outside the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that improve health outcomes for individuals in rural communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding community-specific health risks can lead to effective public health interventions, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
San Antonio, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Science Center — San Antonio, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ramachandran, Vasan S — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Ramachandran, Vasan S
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.