Nova Scotia Health Authority

This study tests whether a year-long program of eating blueberries, taking protein powder, and doing low-to-moderate exercise can reduce frailty and lower heart disease risk in older adults. Researchers will enroll 240 people aged 65 and older in Nova Scotia. The goal is to see i…

This study tests whether specially trained community pharmacists can help people with type 2 diabetes and early kidney disease start and stick with medications that protect the kidneys and heart. The trial will include 120 adults in Nova Scotia who don't have a family doctor. Par…

This study tests two ways to manage atrial fibrillation in people with heart failure: using a procedure called catheter ablation to restore normal rhythm, or using medications to control heart rate. About 84 participants will be randomly assigned to one of these approaches. The g…

This study tests a brief, virtual cognitive remediation therapy (Action-Based Cognitive Remediation) for young people aged 16-30 with early psychosis who also misuse alcohol or cannabis. The therapy aims to improve thinking skills and reduce substance use. Researchers will enroll…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality treadmill (omni-VR) is practical and helpful for people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Thirty participants will do 45-minute sessions three times a week for 12 weeks, either using the VR treadmill or doing traditional exer…

This study looks at whether a 4-week exercise program before surgery can reduce frailty and improve recovery in 108 women with advanced ovarian cancer. Participants will do simple exercises like walking and standing up from a chair. Researchers will track changes in frailty, surg…

This study tests whether a low-cost virtual reality (VR) system can help people recovering from a first stroke improve arm and hand movement. Forty adults with moderate to severe arm weakness will either receive standard therapy or add VR sessions using fun, game-like activities.…

This pilot study tests whether a larger trial comparing two shoulder surgeries for recurrent dislocation is possible. 200 adults with repeated shoulder dislocations and bone loss will be randomly assigned to one of two arthroscopic procedures. The main goal is to see if enough pe…

This study looks at how high- versus low-potency cannabis affects brain structure in young adults (ages 18-25) with early psychosis. Participants will take metformin (a diabetes drug) for 6 months to see if it's a feasible way to study brain changes. The goal is to gather informa…

This study aims to find out if a special algorithm can predict which antidepressant will work best for each person with major depression. Researchers will use brain scans, EEGs, and blood tests from 400 adults to see if they can match people to the right medication faster. The go…

This study tests whether a mobile app can help breast and colorectal cancer survivors after they finish primary treatment. The app provides information and resources to support follow-up care. Researchers will track how many people join, how often they use the app, and gather fee…