Penn State University

This study aimed to see if giving iron supplements to new mothers with iron deficiency anemia could improve their mood and the quality of their interactions with their babies. Researchers planned to follow mothers and infants from 6 weeks to 6 months after birth, comparing those …

This study tests whether two simple, low-cost reminders can help junior doctors in Nepal prescribe fewer unnecessary antibiotics. It involves 56 doctors across five hospitals who will be asked to write down their diagnosis when prescribing and will receive feedback on their presc…

This study is testing a nutrition education program called the Rainbow Veggie Club in low-income preschools. It uses fun lessons, repeated tasting of different vegetables, and serving them with dips to make them more appealing. Researchers want to see if this approach helps child…

This study tests a program for expectant couples to learn how to parent together as a team and maintain healthier habits, like safer alcohol use. It involves group classes and individual sessions before and after the baby is born. Researchers want to see if this support during th…

This study is testing two different approaches to encourage more women in rural Ghana to get screened for breast cancer early. One approach offers breast cancer screening together with checks for diabetes and high blood pressure. The other approach holds sessions with men to chan…

This study is comparing two procedures for treating chronic back pain that comes from the facet joints in the spine. It will test a newer method called peripheral nerve stimulation against the standard radiofrequency ablation. Researchers want to see which one provides better pai…

This study is testing a new training program for assisted living staff to improve their daily interactions with residents who have Alzheimer's or other dementias. The program involves setting facility goals, assessing the environment, educating staff, and providing ongoing suppor…

This study is testing a new support program for parents whose young child (age 2-6) was recently diagnosed with autism. The program connects parents with trained peer guides to help them find services, manage stress, and improve family life. It aims to see if this support makes i…