Understanding reproductive health care use among Asian immigrant women
Use of Reproductive Health Care among Asian Immigrant Women
This study is looking at the experiences of Asian immigrant women in the U.S. when it comes to getting reproductive health care, focusing on the challenges they face, so we can better understand their needs and improve access to care for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10897740 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the reproductive health care experiences of Asian immigrant women in the United States, focusing on the barriers they face in accessing care. It aims to gather detailed data on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) among diverse Asian populations, including various immigration statuses. By employing a mixed-methods approach across multiple cities, the study seeks to highlight the unique social, economic, and political factors affecting these women's health care utilization. The findings will help inform policies and programs to improve SRH access and equity for this growing demographic.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Asian immigrant women of various ages and immigration statuses living in the United States.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Asian immigrant women or those who do not face barriers to reproductive health care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved reproductive health services and policies tailored to the needs of Asian immigrant women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted studies on immigrant health disparities can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes, indicating a promising approach for this research.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sudhinaraset, May — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Sudhinaraset, May
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.