Understanding maternal behaviors and pregnancy outcomes in Utah

DP21-001 Utah Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS)

NIH-funded research Utah State Department of Health · NIH-11071931

This study is looking at how things like mental health and breastfeeding affect pregnancy outcomes, so the Utah Department of Health can create better programs to support moms and babies in the state.

Quick facts

Grant typeU01 cooperative agreement
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUtah State Department of Health NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Salt Lake City, United States)
Project IDNIH-11071931 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

The Utah Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) collects data through surveys to gain insights into maternal behaviors and their impact on pregnancy outcomes. This research aims to identify key health indicators such as preterm birth rates, maternal mental health issues, and breastfeeding practices. By analyzing this data, the Utah Department of Health can develop targeted policies and programs to improve maternal and infant health in the state. The research team collaborates with various health departments and utilizes established procedures to enhance response rates and data accuracy.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals or new mothers residing in Utah who can provide insights into their health behaviors.

Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or have not recently given birth may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and infant health outcomes through informed public health policies.

How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have successfully improved maternal health outcomes by utilizing data-driven approaches, indicating that this methodology is effective.

Where this research is happening

Salt Lake City, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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