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This study tested whether a special smartphone program could help more African American men get screened for colorectal cancer. Researchers compared the new program, which sent text messages and videos, to standard educational texts. They checked six months later to see which gro…

This study tested a 3-month mobile web program called STEPS, designed to help Hispanic adults living in rural areas lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. 179 participants at high risk for diabetes were randomly assigned to either use the STEPS app or receive their usual…

This study tested a new online training program for community health workers (promotoras) who help Hispanic women prevent obesity. Researchers wanted to see if this web-based course gave workers more confidence and skills than a standard government training. They compared two gro…