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Prevention study for PreDiabetes
Official title Social Determinants and a Diabetes Prevention Program Tailored for African Americans
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05301413
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- African Americans (AAs) have rates of diabetes mellitus (DM) twice that of Whites and are disproportionately affected by leading risk factors for DM - obesity and low-income. A critical strategy in the battle against DM is the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based intervention that significantly delays or prevents Type 2 diabetes through the promotion of diet change, exercise and modest weight loss.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- Time commitment: about 12 months
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Black/African American
- Overweight ([BMI\> 24); and
- Diagnosed with prediabetes OR pre-diagnosed with gestational diabetes OR high risk result on prediabetes risk test
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosed with diabetes
- Pregnant
- Not fluent in English
- Currently pregnant, planning a pregnancy in the next year, currently breastfeeding or have given birth in the last 6 months
- Currently participating in a weight loss program
- Currently have a medical condition that causes drastic weight loss
See the full eligibility criteria
- Black/African American
- Overweight ([BMI\> 24); and
- Diagnosed with prediabetes OR pre-diagnosed with gestational diabetes OR high risk result on prediabetes risk test
- Diagnosed with diabetes
- Pregnant
- Not fluent in English
- Currently pregnant, planning a pregnancy in the next year, currently breastfeeding or have given birth in the last 6 months
- Currently participating in a weight loss program
- Currently have a medical condition that causes drastic weight loss
- Bariatric weight loss surgery in last year
- Cannot walk a 1-block distance without assistance and without stopping due to pain, tightness, or pressure in the chest
- Had heart failure
- Not willing to use a fitness tracker, wi-fi scale, and the internet
- Not available in the evening one day each week to participate in a class
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 12 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.