HEALTH BEHAVIOR

This study is testing a smartphone app designed to help teenagers who have had a heart transplant take their life-saving anti-rejection medications on time. Missing these pills is a major cause of organ rejection and serious health problems. The app lets teens record short videos…

This study is testing an online educational program designed to encourage adult survivors of childhood cancer to get a recommended heart screening test. Survivors who had certain cancer treatments are at higher risk for future heart problems. Researchers want to see if interactiv…

This study is testing whether a 12-week support program can help people at high risk for colorectal cancer adopt healthier habits to lower their risk. 80 participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the special program or general health information. The program includ…

This study is testing a smartphone app designed to educate African American men about prostate cancer and encourage them to get screened. Researchers will compare the new app to an existing health app to see which one better increases knowledge and readiness for screening. The go…

This study is testing a 'produce prescription' program that provides fresh fruits and vegetables to families in rural North Carolina. It aims to see if this approach can help families eat healthier, improve food security, and lower risks for conditions like high blood pressure an…

This study is testing whether a digital support program can help pregnant women meet recommended exercise guidelines. The program provides personalized guidance and connects participants with exercise specialists. Researchers will follow 100 pregnant women with higher body weight…

This pilot study is testing a 10-week digital program called 'Know-How' to see if it's practical and helpful for families. The program uses a mobile app, virtual group discussions, and mailed materials to teach parents about mindful parenting, healthy eating, and physical activit…

This study is testing a new group program designed to help reduce burnout and improve well-being for cancer center staff. 80 employees like nurses and doctors will be randomly assigned to either try the 4-session compassion and mindfulness program or continue with their usual res…

This study aims to understand the health, fitness, and mental wellness needs of young people and staff in a Louisiana National Guard youth program. Researchers will survey participants about nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress to gather information. The goal is to use this inf…

This study is testing whether putting warning labels on sugary drinks changes what people buy. About 543 adults who drink sugary beverages will shop in a mock store with either warning labels or regular labels over four visits. Researchers will track their purchases and survey th…

This study aims to understand how marketing claims on alcohol packaging affect what people think about the drinks and whether they plan to buy or consume them. About 1,500 adults who have had a drink in the past year will view images of different alcoholic beverages online and an…

This study aims to understand how to promote brain health on college campuses. Researchers will test online brain training tools and in-person workshops with 1,000 students and staff at two Texas colleges. The goal is to learn what approaches work best for improving thinking skil…

This study is testing whether putting new health warning labels on alcohol bottles changes how much people drink. Researchers will enroll about 720 adults who drink alcohol at least once a week. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either warning labels or regular la…

This study is testing new wearable sensors that stick to the skin to measure vital signs like heart rate and breathing. Researchers want to see if these sensors are comfortable, safe, and work as well as standard medical equipment. Healthy volunteers will wear the sensors during …

This study is testing a new way to share trustworthy health information online. Researchers are training community health workers in seven high-risk neighborhoods to post personal stories about flu and COVID-19 protection on their social media. The goal is to see if these persona…

This study aims to understand the health, stress levels, and wellbeing of university students and employees. Researchers will use surveys and interviews to gather information on factors like loneliness, anxiety, and substance use. The goal is to use this data to help guide and im…