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New treatment option for Anemia, Iron-Deficiency
Official title Reducing Anemia Among Preconception Women in Nepal Through a Group Norm and Micronutrient Supplementation Intervention
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06810440
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Preconception micronutrient status (including anemia) is a critical determinant of maternal, newborn, and child health that remains undervalued in Nepal. However, providing micronutrient supplements (MMS) alone is not enough.
- 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 to 25, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- the newly married couple having been married in the last four months
- women being under 25 years old
- never pregnant and not currently pregnant
- co-residing with the mother-in-law in a household as defined by sharing meals together.
- all triad-household members must also be willing to participate
You likely can't join if
- Over 25, under 18 years old
- Currently or ever pregnant
- married more than 4 months before
- not co-residing
- not being willing to participate.
- do not consent to blood-draws
See the full eligibility criteria
- the newly married couple having been married in the last four months
- women being under 25 years old
- never pregnant and not currently pregnant
- co-residing with the mother-in-law in a household as defined by sharing meals together.
- all triad-household members must also be willing to participate
- husbands must not be planning to migrate in the next 6 months.
- Over 25, under 18 years old
- Currently or ever pregnant
- married more than 4 months before
- not co-residing
- not being willing to participate.
- do not consent to blood-draws
- women who are severely anemic (hemoglobin \< 8.0 g/dL) at baseline based on hemoglobin via Hemocue assessment of a fingerprick blood sample at the time of enrollment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kathmandu, Nepal
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 female, 18 years to 25 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kathmandu, Nepal. 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.