Understanding how extreme weather affects the health of American Indian and rural populations.
Official title: Assessing Health Impacts of Extreme Weather on American Indian, Rural Populations with Multisystem Electronic Health Records
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10981736 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how extreme weather, like heatwaves and wildfires, affects the health of American Indian and rural communities in Minnesota, especially for those who already have health issues, so we can find ways to improve their healthcare and support them better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $473,180 |
| NIH project number | 1P20MD019990-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10981736 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include American Indian individuals and rural residents of Minnesota who may be impacted by extreme weather events.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside of Minnesota or those not belonging to American Indian or rural populations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the health impacts of extreme weather events, such as heatwaves and wildfires, on American Indian and rural populations in Minnesota. By utilizing a consortium of electronic health records from major healthcare providers, the study aims to analyze health disparities and unique risk factors faced by these communities. The research will focus on how climate change affects access to food, air quality, and overall health outcomes, particularly for those with existing health conditions. The goal is to identify specific health risks and inform better healthcare strategies for these vulnerable populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and targeted interventions for American Indian and rural populations affected by climate change.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding health impacts of environmental factors on vulnerable populations, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Berman, Jesse David — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Berman, Jesse David
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.