Understanding how community factors and policies affect obesity in Asian American children
Population-level interventions and community environment effects on obesity among diverse Asian American ethnic subgroups
['FUNDING_R01'] · DREXEL UNIVERSITY · NIH-10818057
This study is looking at why more Asian American kids are becoming overweight and how school food policies and local food options affect their health, with the hope of finding better ways to help these communities stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DREXEL UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10818057 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the rising rates of obesity among Asian American children, focusing on the unique challenges faced by different ethnic subgroups. It aims to analyze how nutrition policies in schools and the surrounding community food environments impact children's body weight and health outcomes. By utilizing extensive BMI data from over a million children, the study seeks to identify effective strategies to prevent obesity and reduce health disparities in these populations. The goal is to create tailored interventions that address the specific needs of diverse Asian American communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Asian American children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from diverse ethnic backgrounds such as Indian, Cambodian, Chinese, and Filipino.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Asian descent or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and obesity prevention strategies specifically designed for Asian American children.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on obesity prevention in various populations, this study's focus on the specific needs of Asian American subgroups and the combined effects of nutrition policies and community environments is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES
- DREXEL UNIVERSITY — PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SANCHEZ, BRISA N — DREXEL UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SANCHEZ, BRISA N
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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