Addis Ababa University
Clinical trials sponsored by Addis Ababa University, explained in plain language.
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Diabetes patients help each other stay on track in new study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether joining a peer support group helps people with diabetes take their medication, care for themselves, and learn more about their condition. 120 adults with diabetes were split into two groups: one joined a peer support group, the other continued standar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Addis Ababa University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:07 UTC
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Diabetes buddy system: peer support lowers blood sugar and costs
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a peer support program could help people with diabetes better control their blood sugar and reduce their healthcare costs. One hundred adults with diabetes from a hospital in Ethiopia took part. The program involved regular group meetings with other pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Addis Ababa University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:06 UTC
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Simple toothbrushing may save stroke patients from deadly pneumonia
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at whether a structured oral hygiene routine could lower the risk of aspiration pneumonia in hospitalized stroke patients. Researchers compared 90 adults who received either the special mouth care or standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost ap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Addis Ababa University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:39 UTC