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Implementation of a data-driven pre-hospital lay first responder program in Cameroon

The following grant was awarded by, is supported by, is administered by or is in partnership with the Fogarty International Center at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Funding Fogarty Program

International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA)

Project Information in NIH RePORTER

Implementation of a data-driven pre-hospital lay first responder program in Cameroon

Principal Institution

University of California Los Angeles

Principal Investigator(s) (PI)

Christie, Sabrinah Ariane

Project Contact Information

Email: schristie@mednet.ucla.edu

Year(s) Awarded

2023-2028

Country

Cameroon

Project Description

This project aims to develop and validate a data-driven first responder program aims to fill a critical deficit in prehospital care as well as decrease deaths and disability among injured patients in Cameroon. If found to be feasible and effective, this approach would shift clinical practice patterns in this context. The research is relevant to the NIH’s mission because it seeks to lengthen the lives of trauma patients.

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