CHRONIC DISEASE

This study tests whether a nurse-led educational program can help adults over 65 with chronic conditions improve self-care and reduce emergency room visits or hospital stays. Participants receive an initial assessment and at least three follow-up sessions over six months. Researc…

This study tests a new way of caring for 'hotspotters'—people with multiple health and social problems who frequently use emergency services. The approach brings together a doctor, mental health nurse, social worker, and the patient to create a personalized care plan, with a coor…

This study tests whether portable ultrasound and blood glucose monitors can help doctors catch chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease earlier than usual. About 200 adults will use these devices or receive standard care for 6 months. The goal is to see…

This study looks at whether personalized exercise plans delivered through a Fitbit and a smartphone app can help cancer survivors become more physically active. Researchers will track steps, weight, quality of life, and emotional well-being in 160 adult survivors who have finishe…

This study tests a short guide called the 'Jumpstart Guide' to help doctors have better conversations with dementia patients and their families about healthcare goals. Over 1,800 patients and their caregivers are taking part. Researchers will compare whether those whose doctors u…

This study tests a 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. The goal is…

This study tests whether a mobile app called Itaca helps adults aged 65 and older who take three or more medications stick to their schedule. About 98 participants will either use the app for 3 months or receive usual care. Researchers will compare medication adherence, engagemen…

This study tests a questionnaire called NECPAL to see if it can spot patients with serious long-term illnesses like cancer, heart failure, or kidney disease who might benefit from palliative care. Researchers will check 200 adults in the hospital or day clinic to see how many are…

This study tracks 300 adults in the Bonton neighborhood to see how taking part in farm-based wellness activities (like healthy eating and exercise programs) affects their heart health and quality of life over one year. Participants choose which activities to join, and researchers…

This study is creating a large community registry and biorepository with 50,000 adults from Cabarrus County and Kannapolis. Participants provide health information and biological samples to help researchers better understand chronic diseases and improve medicine. It is an observa…

This study looks at gene activity in blood cells from 30 kidney or lung transplant patients who have chronic rejection. Researchers want to find out why some patients improve with a treatment called extracorporeal photoapheresis (ECP) while others do not. The goal is to better un…

This observational study plans to enroll 120,000 people with various chronic diseases like pancreatitis, diabetes, and arthritis. Researchers will collect blood samples and health data to study how genetics and lifestyle affect disease progression. The goal is to find common dise…

This study looks at whether a telehealth program called ECHO can help healthcare teams in New Mexico better care for patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions. The program connects primary care providers with specialists through video sessions for training and case disc…

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 aimed to learn how video calls affect education sessions for people with chronic diseases and their caregivers. It planned to interview patients, parents, and healthcare workers about their experiences. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants…