Nova Scotia Health Authority
Clinical trials sponsored by Nova Scotia Health Authority, explained in plain language.
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Heart rhythm breakthrough: can lifestyle overhaul plus procedure stop AFib for good?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two approaches to prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib) from returning. Researchers are testing whether combining a heart procedure (catheter ablation) with an intensive 12-week lifestyle program works better than the procedure alone. The trial involves 509 adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 00:56 UTC
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Can a Mentor's guidance ease the scary jump to adult eating disorder care?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether connecting young people (ages 16-24) with a trained peer mentor makes it easier for them to move from youth-focused to adult-focused eating disorder treatment. Participants are paired with a mentor for 3-6 months for guidance and support. The researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Can one art session ease pain and anxiety for seriously ill patients?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is exploring whether a single, one-hour art therapy session can help improve mood and reduce symptoms like pain and anxiety for adults receiving inpatient palliative care. Twenty participants will complete short questionnaires about their mood and symptoms before and a…
Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC