Rush University Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Rush University Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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New app aims to ease pain for hospice patients at home
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app called e-PainSupport for people receiving home hospice care. The app helps patients and their caregivers report pain levels to nurses and learn about pain management. Researchers wanted to see if using the app could lead to meaningful reductions…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 07:42 UTC
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New program helps dads get ready for baby too
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new way of providing prenatal care that includes fathers. 216 young couples were given check-ups and services to help them build parenting skills, strengthen their relationship, and find jobs. The goal was to see if this approach helps families feel more prepa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 07:44 UTC
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Survey reveals how to get more diverse people into clinical trials
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 800 people from different backgrounds to find out what features of a clinical trial would make them more likely to join. Participants answered questions about things like getting test results back, how much time the trial takes, and whether it can be done at h…
Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 07:41 UTC