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Official title Mobile Health Intervention (Support-moms) in Antenatal Care to Improve Maternal Health in Uganda
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05940831
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- High maternal mortality is a major public health problem in many settings. Because of low antenatal care (ANC) and skilled birth usage, Ugandan women and their children suffer from high maternal and perinatal mortality.
- 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 10 to 65. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Individuals who:
- are in the first trimester of pregnancy who have not yet presented for ANC
- reside in the catchment area of a study HC
- are emancipated minors and adults aged ≥ 18 years
- report access to a cell phone with reception in their home
You likely can't join if
- Participants will be excluded from the study if they:
- do not own a cell phone for personal use with reported reliable reception
- are unable to use SMS or unwilling to receive SMS notifications Potential social supporters will be excluded from the study if they:
- are under 18 years of age
- do not own a cell phone for personal use with reported reliable reception
- are unable to use SMS or unwilling to receive SMS notifications
See the full eligibility criteria
- Individuals who:
- are in the first trimester of pregnancy who have not yet presented for ANC
- reside in the catchment area of a study HC
- are emancipated minors and adults aged ≥ 18 years
- report access to a cell phone with reception in their home
- are able to identify at least two social supporters living within the study districts
- are able to provide consent.
- are from participants' existing social support network, with whom they have had stable, long-term relationships
- Participants will be excluded from the study if they:
- do not own a cell phone for personal use with reported reliable reception
- are unable to use SMS or unwilling to receive SMS notifications Potential social supporters will be excluded from the study if they:
- are under 18 years of age
- do not own a cell phone for personal use with reported reliable reception
- are unable to use SMS or unwilling to receive SMS notifications
- have not had stable, long-term relationships with the participants
- are not aware that the study participant is pregnant
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Mbarara, Uganda
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 listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 10 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Mbarara, Uganda. 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.