DIABETES

This study tests whether helping people with diabetes find local resources (like food or housing help) and pairing them with a peer supporter can improve blood sugar and blood pressure. About 694 adults with diabetes who have trouble controlling their condition will be randomly a…

This trial tests whether a single daily pill that combines treatments for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes can lower the risk of heart disease and dementia. The study involves over 8,000 adults aged 50 to 75 in China who have all three conditions. Partic…

This study will enroll 20 severely obese adults scheduled for metabolic surgery. Half will use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and half will use standard finger-stick testing to track blood sugar. Researchers want to see if the CGM leads to steadier blood sugar levels and fewe…

This study will look at whether a remote patient monitoring system, called Steno Detektor, helps people with diabetes control their blood sugar. About 12,000 patients will be monitored as part of their regular care. Researchers will compare blood sugar levels and hospital visits …

This study tests whether a low dose of colchicine, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can slow down blood vessel hardening and bone problems in people with stage 3 chronic kidney disease. About 60 adults will take colchicine or receive usual care for 12 months. The goal is to see i…

This study tests a combination of four drugs (epalrestat, HAIC, donafenib, and tislelizumab) as a first treatment for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and who also have diabetes. The goal is to see if this approach can control the cancer for at …

This study tests whether empagliflozin (Jardiance), a drug used for type 2 diabetes, can improve blood sugar control in people who have had an islet transplant and still have partial islet function. About 40 adults will receive either a placebo, 10 mg, or 25 mg of empagliflozin d…

This study will test whether a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can safely guide insulin therapy in cancer and transplant patients who are not in the ICU but need IV insulin due to steroids and nutrition. About 80 participants will be randomly assigned to CGM-guided care or stand…

This study will test whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help community doctors better manage patients who have high blood pressure along with diabetes or high cholesterol. About 6,800 adults will be split into two groups: one where doctors use the AI tool to guide…

This study will test whether sending reminders by text, email, or secure patient portal messages helps people with heart disease or diabetes refill their statin prescriptions. About 22,000 adults who have not refilled their statin in the last 3 months will receive one of these me…

This study tests a 12-week home exercise program combining aerobic and resistance training for older adults (60+) with type 2 diabetes and early muscle weakness. The goal is to see if short, regular workouts can improve physical activity levels and muscle strength. About 73 parti…

This study tests whether a supplement called HMB, combined with exercise, can improve muscle mass, strength, and insulin resistance in older adults (ages 60-80) with type 2 diabetes and low muscle mass. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive HMB, exercise, both, or pla…

This study tests whether a 6-week self-management program, done with a caregiver's help, can improve diabetes control and thinking skills in adults aged 55+ who have both diabetes and mild cognitive impairment. About 309 participants will attend weekly group sessions and provide …

This study looks at whether a GLP-1 receptor agonist, a drug already used for diabetes and obesity, can improve fat buildup in the liver and blood in people with MASLD. Researchers will measure changes in fats, proteins, and genes in 30 participants who already take the drug. The…

This study tests whether group care—where patients meet together with health workers for education and check-ups—can improve control of high blood pressure and diabetes in Nepal. Over 1,100 adults from 37 health facilities will be assigned to standard care, low-intensity group ca…

This study will enroll 120 children and teens with type 1 diabetes who use automated insulin pumps. Participants will be randomly assigned to follow either the standard blood sugar target (70-180 mg/dL) or a tighter target (70-140 mg/dL) for 12 months. Researchers want to see if …

This study tests Mobili®, a portable digital dispenser that automatically gives the right pills at the right time. Researchers will enroll 96 adults with diabetes or heart disease who take at least two daily medications. Participants use the device for a period, and the study mea…

This study tests whether an enhanced diabetes prevention program that provides healthy food deliveries, exercise classes, and community resources helps African American adults with prediabetes lose more weight than a standard program. About 408 participants from low-income commun…

This study tests if a gentle electrical stimulation on the outer ear can activate the vagus nerve and reduce nausea, vomiting, and stomach discomfort in people with diabetes and gastroparesis. Sixty adults with both conditions will receive the treatment and report symptom changes…

This early-stage study tests whether the drug sodium phenylbutyrate (NaPB) can improve blood pressure and blood vessel function. It will include 30 healthy volunteers and people with diabetes. The goal is to see if NaPB might help ease vascular problems linked to diabetes.

This pilot study looks at whether it is safe and practical for pregnant women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes to continue using their insulin pump during labor, instead of switching to IV insulin. About 30 women who already use an insulin pump will be allowed to keep using it whil…

This study will follow 1,000 people aged 8 to 65 who are overweight, have high blood sugar, or have metabolic issues. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, urine, and stool samples during routine clinic visits, along with questionnaires about diet, sleep, and mood. The goal is …

This study looks at how eating a high-fat or high-carb breakfast changes fat levels in the blood over 8 hours. Researchers will compare results among people with conditions like diabetes, fatty liver, or kidney disease, as well as healthy volunteers. Participants will have two ov…

This pilot study will test how easy it is for 20 adults with diabetes to set up and use the Feetsee foot monitoring device at home over 8 weeks. Participants will use the device and app on their own, following the instructions provided. The goal is to see if people can use it cor…

This study tests whether adding health messages to lab reports can reduce serious heart and kidney problems in people with both diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Over 125,000 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either routine care or extra health messages in thei…

This study tracks physical activity in 175 pregnant women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes to see how it relates to blood sugar control and mental health. Participants wear an activity monitor for a week each trimester and complete questionnaires. The goal is to understand current …

This study tests whether giving primary care doctors detailed feedback on how well they follow treatment guidelines can improve care for patients with high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Researchers will enroll 324 healthcare providers in Nepal, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Chi…

This study is testing a new AI-powered tool called AIManage that helps doctors and patients manage medications for diabetes and obesity. The tool provides personalized advice on side effects and dose adjustments. The study is in its early stages, with only 16 participants, and is…

This study follows 450 adults with diabetes who were part of an earlier study. Researchers want to see if levels of a nutrient called glutamine in the blood are linked to future heart problems. No new treatments are given—just observation and data collection over time.

This study tests a companion mobile app that wirelessly collects real-time glucose readings from Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) used by children with diabetes in the hospital. The app sends the data to a central hospital database, making it accessible to care teams …

This study works with 35 primary care clinics to help them screen patients for physical inactivity and refer them to community-based exercise programs. The goal is to see if this approach can be smoothly integrated into routine care and whether it leads to better health outcomes …

This study tests a wrist-worn device that uses light sensors and AI to estimate blood sugar without piercing the skin. Up to 100 adults with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, or prediabetes will wear the device for 15 days while researchers collect data to improve its accuracy. P…

This study looks at how healthy people without diabetes respond to sitagliptin, an FDA-approved diabetes medication. Researchers want to understand why some people's bodies process sugar differently after taking the drug. About 400 healthy Amish adults will take part in two clini…

This study will collect blood samples from 30,000 adults in the UK with various health conditions, including blood clots, infections, heart disease, diabetes, and more. The samples will be used to develop and fine-tune new diagnostic tests for the cobas® lumira device, which allo…

This study compares two ways of making treatment decisions for people with diabetes and severe blockages in all three main heart arteries. One group gets a real-time online discussion among heart specialists during an angiogram, while the other gets usual care. The goal is to see…

This study will see if community health workers (CHWs) can help people with two or more chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease better manage their health. About 300 adults who are medically underserved will work with a CHW to create a personal hea…

This study will use transcranial Doppler (TCD) ultrasound to measure blood flow in the brains of 100 people who had a stroke and underwent endovascular therapy (clot removal). The goal is to see if TCD readings can predict complications like bleeding or brain swelling in the days…

This pilot study tests a program that provides education, motivation, and social support to adults with diabetes and early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD). The goal is to see if the program is practical and helps patients stay motivated, learn about kidney disease, and use sup…

This 10-year observational study will follow 10,000 adults with diabetes, metabolic disorders, and related conditions like high blood pressure and fatty liver disease. Researchers will collect routine medical data to identify markers of disease severity and activity. The goal is …