Addis Ababa University
Clinical trials sponsored by Addis Ababa University, explained in plain language.
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Diabetes study: buddying up boosts Pill-Taking and Self-Care
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether joining a peer support group helps people with diabetes take their medication as prescribed, improve self-care habits, and learn more about their condition. 120 adults with diabetes who were already receiving regular care at a hospital in Ethiopia wer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Addis Ababa University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:29 UTC
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Diabetes support study shows promise for better blood sugar control
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a peer support program could help people with diabetes better control their blood sugar and lower their healthcare costs. One hundred adults with diabetes from a hospital in Ethiopia took part. The program involved regular group meetings with other pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Addis Ababa University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Simple toothbrushing may save stroke patients from deadly pneumonia
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at whether a simple oral hygiene routine could prevent aspiration pneumonia in hospitalized stroke patients. Aspiration pneumonia is a common and serious lung infection that can happen when food or saliva goes into the lungs instead of the stomach. The study com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Addis Ababa University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:48 UTC