CHRONIC DISEASE

This study looks at whether a telehealth program called ECHO can help healthcare teams better manage patients with diabetes and multiple chronic conditions. The program connects primary care teams with specialists through video sessions for training and case discussions. Research…

This study looks at whether a nurse-led program can help adults over 65 with long-term health conditions better manage their own care and reduce trips to the hospital or emergency room. About 100 participants will get personalized education and at least three follow-up sessions o…

This study tests whether portable devices like handheld ultrasound and blood glucose monitors can help doctors find chronic diseases earlier than standard care. Two hundred adults aged 18 to 75 with conditions like prediabetes or high blood pressure will use the devices or receiv…

This study looks at whether personalized exercise plans delivered through a fitness tracker (Fitbit) and smartphone app can help cancer survivors become more active and improve their health. About 160 adult cancer survivors who finished active treatment at least three months ago …

This study is collecting health and genetic information from 120,000 people with chronic diseases like pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Researchers want to understand how genes, lifestyle, and other factors affect disease progression and quality …

This study checks whether a short questionnaire called NECPAL can help doctors spot patients with advanced chronic illnesses who could benefit from palliative care. About 200 adults in the hospital or day clinic will be screened. The goal is to see how many have unmet palliative …

This study looks at whether using a connected scale that measures body composition (not just weight) can improve the physical and mental quality of life for people with chronic diseases. About 90 adults will take part in a 6-week physical activity rehab program. Half will use the…

This study is creating a large registry and biorepository of health information and samples from 50,000 adults in Cabarrus County and Kannapolis. The goal is to provide a resource for future research on chronic diseases and other health conditions. Participants will provide data …

This study looks at gene activity in blood cells from 30 kidney or lung transplant patients with chronic rejection. Researchers want to find out why some patients respond well to a treatment called extracorporeal photopheresis (ECP), which uses light to modify blood cells, while …

This study looks at whether a team-based, proactive care plan can help people with multiple health and social problems who frequently use emergency services. Researchers will compare costs and quality of life for 200 patients receiving this integrated care versus usual care. The …

This study will check if a wellness program at Bonton Farms helps people in the Bonton neighborhood improve their heart health and quality of life. About 300 adults will take part for 12 months, and researchers will track things like diet, exercise, sleep, and blood pressure. The…

This study tests a free web tool called My Health, My Choice that helps people with health conditions (like diabetes or high blood pressure) understand their birth control options. About 795 participants will either use the tool before a clinic visit or receive usual care. Resear…

This study aimed to understand how remote therapeutic education via videoconferencing works for people with chronic diseases and their caregivers. Researchers planned to interview patients, parents, and healthcare providers to learn about their experiences. However, the study was…