Understanding how severe storms affect breast cancer care and patient health
Evaluating, Preparing, and Responding to Care Disruptions and Health Outcomes Among Patients with Breast Cancer Following Severe Storms
This study looks at how severe storms affect breast cancer patients by disrupting their healthcare and treatment, and it aims to find ways to improve care for those who need it most during these tough times.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11079621 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of severe storms on breast cancer patients, focusing on how these events disrupt healthcare delivery and affect health outcomes. By employing a mixed methods approach, the study aims to assess treatment disruptions, identify vulnerable populations, and evaluate the consequences of these disruptions on patient mortality and care. The research will also gather insights from community stakeholders to understand barriers to care and develop strategies to improve responses to health needs following storms. Ultimately, the goal is to prioritize interventions that can help mitigate the negative effects of such environmental events on breast cancer care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are breast cancer patients, particularly those aged 65 and older, who may be affected by severe storms.
Not a fit: Patients with breast cancer who live in areas not prone to severe storms may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for maintaining breast cancer care during severe weather events, enhancing patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that environmental factors can significantly impact healthcare delivery, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bates, Benjamin — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Bates, Benjamin
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.