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Clinical trials sponsored by Boston College, explained in plain language.
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Family program aims to prevent obesity in preschoolers
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested a program called Communities for Healthy Living (CHL) that helps families with young children (ages 3 to 5) eat better and be more active. The goal was to prevent childhood obesity by empowering parents and kids in Head Start programs. The study was ended early,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston College • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Mental health sessions may boost vaccine uptake in latinx communities
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested whether adding vaccine discussions to routine behavioral health visits could reduce hesitancy and increase COVID-19 and flu shots among Latinx adults with mental illness. Clinicians used motivational interviewing and could offer a warm handoff to a nurse for vac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston College • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:00 UTC