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This study tested whether giving small rewards for attending treatment and providing negative alcohol tests helps people with alcohol use disorder stay sober. 74 adults in outpatient treatment were randomly assigned to standard care or standard care plus rewards. The goal was to …

This study tested whether offering a $25 to $40 incentive would encourage more African American, Latina, and low-income women to get tested for HIV. Over 300 women were randomly assigned to receive either standard referral and education or the same plus a monetary reward for test…

This study tested whether computerized brain-training activities could improve thinking skills and depression symptoms in older adults who were already taking antidepressants. Thirty-eight participants completed the program, and researchers measured changes in mental flexibility,…

This study tested whether a culturally tailored program using a fitness tracker and a peer partner could help older Latino adults with Parkinson's disease become more active. Ten participants wore activity monitors, watched educational videos, met weekly with a peer online, and j…

This study looked at whether adding walnuts to your diet can change the bacteria in your gut and reduce signs of colon cancer risk. About 140 people at higher risk for colorectal cancer ate walnuts for a month. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, blood markers, and colo…

This study looked at whether little cigars and cigarillos (LCCs) are addictive, especially when flavored like fruit, and if addiction differs between men and women. Researchers studied 65 young adults aged 18-34 who smoke both LCCs and cigarettes. They measured how much people wo…

This study tested whether photos taken with a smartphone can accurately track how teeth move during orthodontic treatment. 36 patients with braces who needed a tooth extraction took photos of their teeth, which were compared to professional 3D scans. The goal was to see if patien…

This study looked at whether flavored filtered cigars are more addictive than unflavored ones in young adults (ages 21-34) who smoke both cigarettes and cigars. Participants used flavored cigars for one week and unflavored for another, then reported their cravings and smoking hab…

This study looked at how to get emergency departments to offer text-messaging support to patients who drink too much. Researchers worked with 344 patients and staff to find out what helps or hinders adopting this approach. The goal was to learn how to make these programs work in …