The Miriam Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by The Miriam Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Your phone could be your diet coach: app sends help when You're about to slip
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a smartphone app designed to help people stay on track with their diet during a weight loss program. The app checks in with users several times a day and uses a smart algorithm to predict when someone might be about to eat off-plan. When a risk is detected, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 13:09 UTC
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Phone coaching aims to lift mood and boost heart health after heart attack
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a 12-week phone or video coaching program is practical and helpful for people who feel depressed after a serious heart event. 60 adults from three states will be randomly assigned to receive either the coaching program or basic educational materials.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Scientists spy on snackers to crack the code of diet failure
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand why people have 'diet lapses'—moments when they eat off-plan—during weight loss programs. Researchers will track 150 adults in an online weight management program using smartphone surveys and wearable sensors over 18 months. The goal is to identify p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC