Understanding how social factors affect the health of high-risk veterans
Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health in High-Risk Veterans
This study is looking at how things like not having stable housing or enough food affect the health of veterans who are at higher risk, and it aims to find ways to improve their healthcare by understanding these challenges better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10976414 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of social determinants of health, such as housing instability and food insecurity, on the health outcomes of high-risk veterans. By surveying veterans and analyzing how these social factors influence their access to care and overall health, the study aims to identify key areas for improvement in healthcare delivery. The findings will help develop recommendations for integrating these social factors into electronic health records, ensuring that healthcare providers can better address the needs of veterans. Qualitative interviews will also explore the challenges of implementing these measures in clinical settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who are at high risk for hospitalization and may be experiencing adverse social determinants of health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those who do not face significant social challenges may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare outcomes for veterans by addressing the social factors that significantly impact their health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can lead to improved health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Palo Alto, United States
- Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys — Palo Alto, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zulman, Donna Michelle — Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
- Study coordinator: Zulman, Donna Michelle
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.