Nova Scotia Health Authority
Clinical trials sponsored by Nova Scotia Health Authority, explained in plain language.
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Brain scans and blood tests could predict best depression treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to test a personalized approach for selecting depression medications. Researchers will use brain scans, blood tests, and other measures to predict which of two common antidepressant combinations works better for each patient. The goal is to help doctors choose the…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Heart rhythm battle: procedure vs. pills for double heart trouble
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study is comparing two common treatment approaches for people who have both atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and heart failure with preserved heart function. Participants will be randomly assigned to either have a catheter ablation procedure to try to resto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Virtual reality steps up to help stroke survivors walk and think again
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new virtual reality (VR) treadmill system is practical and helpful for people who have had a stroke. Thirty participants will try either the VR treadmill training or a traditional exercise program for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see if the VR sys…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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New hope for youth struggling to trust mental health care after traumatic experiences
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a short, two-session support program designed to help young adults with early psychosis stay engaged in their treatment. The program, adapted from one used in the US, is specifically for those who may have had negative or traumatic experiences with healthcar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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New app aims to guide cancer survivors through life after treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a mobile app is a practical and helpful tool for people who have finished their main treatment for breast or colorectal cancer. The app provides information about follow-up care and connects users to support resources. Researchers will see if survivo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Video games prescribed for stroke rehab in new pilot study
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adding low-cost virtual reality (VR) games to standard stroke therapy can help people recover arm movement better. It will involve 40 adults who have had a first-time stroke with moderate to severe arm weakness. Researchers will compare recovery betw…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC