Understanding the links between sepsis, aging, and healthcare access in the U.S.
Official title: The Syndemic of Sepsis, Multimorbidity, Aging, and Low Healthcare Access and Quality in the United States
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-11055992 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how things like age, other health issues, and access to good healthcare can affect the risk of getting sepsis, with the hope of finding ways to help people stay healthier and get better care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2021 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $181,944 |
| NIH project number | 5K23GM141463-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11055992 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include older adults and individuals with multiple health conditions who may have limited access to quality healthcare.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are young and healthy, without any chronic conditions or access issues, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how sepsis, a severe infection, is influenced by factors such as aging, multiple health conditions, and access to quality healthcare. By analyzing data from electronic health records and census information, the study aims to identify specific risk factors that contribute to higher rates of sepsis in certain populations. The goal is to uncover patterns that can help improve prevention strategies and healthcare interventions for those at risk. Patients may benefit from insights that lead to better healthcare access and tailored prevention efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for sepsis, particularly for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding the interactions between health conditions and social factors can lead to significant improvements in public health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rudd, Kristina Elizabeth — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Rudd, Kristina Elizabeth
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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.