Norwegian Institute Of Public Health
Clinical trials sponsored by Norwegian Institute Of Public Health, explained in plain language.
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New rapid TB test could cut diagnosis delays in half
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new rapid blood test called SeroSelectTB to see if it can diagnose active tuberculosis (TB) faster than current methods. Over 9,000 adults in South Africa, Tanzania, and Ethiopia who had symptoms of TB or pneumonia took part. The goal was to see if using this …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norwegian Institute of Public Health • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Screening vs. symptoms: which breast cancer detection leads to better life after treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 4,400 women to see if how breast cancer is found (by routine screening or because of symptoms) affects quality of life years later. Researchers compared side effects and well-being between these groups and also against women without breast cancer. The go…
Sponsor: Norwegian Institute of Public Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:49 UTC
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Text message boosts mammogram attendance in norway study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether sending a simple text message reminder a few days before a scheduled mammogram helps more women show up for their breast cancer screening. Over 133,000 women in Norway aged 50-69 took part. Some got an SMS two or three days before their appointment, w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norwegian Institute of Public Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:24 UTC