Using mobile health tools to improve harm reduction services for people using opioids and stimulants
Mobile health strategies to support longitudinal engagement in harm reduction services
This study is all about finding better ways to help people who use opioids and stimulants stay safe and healthy by using mobile apps and online tools, and it’s designed for those who might not easily access traditional services.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10590481 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing harm reduction services for individuals who use opioids and stimulants by developing and testing mobile health (mHealth) interventions. The project aims to engage hard-to-reach populations through a combination of internet and mobile phone-based tools designed to reduce the risk of overdose. By collaborating with a syringe services program in Wisconsin, the research will gather data on service engagement and health outcomes, while also linking participants to healthcare and addiction treatment services. Community involvement is a key aspect, as a leadership team of individuals with lived experience will help guide the research process.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who use opioids and/or stimulants and are at risk of overdose.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use opioids or stimulants may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of overdose and improve access to healthcare for individuals using opioids and stimulants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can effectively engage hard-to-reach populations and improve health outcomes, suggesting a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Westergaard, Ryan Patrick — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Westergaard, Ryan Patrick
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.