Women s Health Awareness Community Resiliency, Environmental Action and Collaborations for Health (REACH) Equity

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCES (NIEHS) · Jul 29, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

The Women's Health Awareness Community Resiliency, Environmental Action and Collaborations for Health (REACH) Equity trial is focused on understanding how COVID-19 has affected minority women and their families in North Carolina. The goal is to identify the long-term impacts of the pandemic, which can help create community programs aimed at supporting recovery from these challenges. This study is particularly important as it addresses the severe disparities in COVID-19 experiences among underrepresented groups.

To participate in this study, women aged 18 and older who identify as African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Asian American, or Pacific Islander and live in North Carolina can apply. Participants will complete a 45-minute online survey about their health and lifestyle. They may also have the option to provide various samples, including blood, urine, saliva, and even dust from their homes, to help researchers understand environmental factors. Additionally, they might wear silicone wristbands for a week to measure exposure to air pollutants. The study is currently recruiting participants, and those who join may be contacted for follow-up in the future.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• * INCLUSION CRITERIA:
• In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
• • 1. Females who are African American or Black, Hispanic or Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.
• • 2. Aged 18 years or older.
• • 3. Reside in North Carolina.
• • 4. Be willing to provide photo ID
• • 5. Able to read and understand English in order to complete surveys (questions validated in English) and logs.
• EXCLUSION CRITERIA:
• An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:
• • -Any condition that, in the investigator's opinion, places the participant at undue risk for complications associated with required study procedures.