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New treatment option for Pediatric Obesity
Official title Nutrition and Obesity in Under-Represented Populations: Food Insecurity Research to Advance Science and Improve Health
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06116422
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Food insecurity is associated with obesity in children, and childhood obesity leads to long term health consequences. While existing research shows that food benefit programs reduce food insecurity, little is known about the mediating factors between food benefit programs and child health.
- 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 12 to 24. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Inclusion:
- Aged 9-12 months and their primary caregiver "parent".
- Medicaid and WIC-eligible (proxy for "at risk for food insecurity")
- World Health Organization BMI ≥ 85%ile at current or most recent encounter (early-onset obesity) OR ≥ 20 pounds at 9 months old.
- Caregiver speaks either English or Spanish as their primary language.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Inclusion:
- Aged 9-12 months and their primary caregiver "parent".
- Medicaid and WIC-eligible (proxy for "at risk for food insecurity")
- World Health Organization BMI ≥ 85%ile at current or most recent encounter (early-onset obesity) OR ≥ 20 pounds at 9 months old.
- Caregiver speaks either English or Spanish as their primary language.
- Infant was born as a singleton infant. Exclusion:
- Diagnosed with monogenic obesity.
- Plans to move from the area in the next 12 months.
- Parent is currently pregnant.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Durham, North Carolina, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 12 months to 24 months. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Durham, North Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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