National Institutes of Health

Description

The purpose of this research initiative is to examine the burden of illness imposed by advanced Heart Failure and the complex palliative care needs due to the multi factorial etiology and varying trajectories of disease in this population; Study the medical, physical and psychosocial relationships between disease status, symptoms, psychological and functional conditions, spiritual concerns and QOL; and Develop and test appropriate palliative and end-of-life care interventions for those with advanced HF and their caregivers.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Special district governments
• Independent school districts
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses
• Small businesses
• Others

Contact

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