TELEMEDICINE

This study looks at whether treating obstructive sleep apnea with a CPAP machine, starting soon after a stroke, can lower the chance of having another stroke, a heart attack, or dying within 6 months. Over 3,000 people who had a stroke are taking part. The goal is to see if sleep…

This study tests whether mobile health support (like text messages) and financial rewards can help older, low-income smokers in Hong Kong quit. 1,200 participants aged 60+ will be randomly assigned to receive one or both supports. The goal is to see if these tools boost long-term…

This study tests whether women with high-risk pregnancies can safely monitor their baby's heart rate and their own blood pressure from home instead of going to the hospital. About 450 participants across four European hospitals will use certified home devices, with healthcare pro…

This study looks at 400 people who had a medication abortion either through telemedicine or in-person at Columbia University. Researchers want to see if there are differences in how often patients need extra follow-up care and to understand why they seek it. The goal is to learn …

This study tests whether proactive telemedicine (brief remote coaching on habits like smoking, diet, and exercise) works as well as in-person visits for rural adults who haven't seen their primary care team in over a year. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned to eithe…

This study from Johns Hopkins University tests whether a video camera can accurately measure vital signs like blood oxygen levels, heart rate, and blood pressure. Researchers are recording 94 healthy adults to build a database of video and sensor data. The goal is to improve tele…