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This study tested a program called Game Changers, which trained people living with HIV to become prevention advocates in their social circles. Over 800 participants in Uganda took part in an 8-session group intervention. The goal was to see if this approach could increase HIV tes…

This study tested whether giving cash payments to pregnant women, along with information about their pregnancy risk, encourages them to get prenatal care and give birth at a health facility. Over 36,000 women in Nigeria took part. The goal was to prevent deaths of mothers and new…

This study tested a culturally tailored program called TACUNA plus a Wellness Circle to prevent opioid and other drug misuse among American Indian and Alaska Native young adults aged 18-25 in California. Participants were compared to those who received an opioid education worksho…

This study tested whether a smartphone app that lets people with asthma report their symptoms between doctor visits can improve their quality of life. Over 400 adults with asthma used the app or received usual care. Researchers measured changes in asthma-related quality of life a…

This pilot study tested a new automated phone system called 'My Coach Connect' for people with chronic mental illness. Participants called the system twice a week to share how they were doing, and their providers could listen to the recordings. The goal was to see if this tool co…

This study looked at whether making cigarette packs plain (with standard colors and no flashy designs) changes how much young adults want to smoke or quit. Over 400 people ages 21-34 who smoked in the past month took part. Researchers measured their motivation to stop smoking to …

This study tested a new training program called Crisis Ready for 27 people in a Baltimore diversion program. The training aimed to help them handle crises like suicide or overdose. Researchers wanted to see if participants liked the training and found it useful. The study was com…

This study tested an online training program for HIV care providers to help them address stigma and medical mistrust with their Black and Latino patients. 59 providers participated in a pilot study to see if the training was acceptable and useful. The goal was to improve communic…

This study looked at whether giving extra training and support to staff at Boys and Girls Clubs helps them run teen sexual health programs better. About 900 youth aged 10-14 took part. The goal was to see if this support leads to healthier attitudes and behaviors around sex, preg…