University Of Massachusetts, Worcester

This study is testing a community-based program to help adults in a Vietnamese city better manage their high blood pressure. The program combines digital storytelling, home blood pressure monitoring, and extra support from local health workers. Researchers will compare this appro…

This study is testing whether a mobile phone app and text messages can help young adults in Zambia better manage their HIV and reduce risky alcohol and drug use. Researchers are working with 164 participants aged 18-24 who are living with HIV and report challenges with taking the…

This study aims to create and test community-based support programs to help mothers of low birth weight or premature babies continue practicing Kangaroo Care (skin-to-skin contact) at home after leaving the hospital. Researchers are working with 190 mothers, healthcare workers, a…

This study is testing whether a support team can help people with type 2 diabetes use continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) more effectively to control their blood sugar. It will involve 318 diverse, low-income patients who are not using insulin. The research will see if adding a cl…

This study is testing a new clinic program called ActivityChoice, designed to help cancer survivors start and maintain physical activity. The goal is to lower their risk of heart disease, which is a leading cause of death for survivors. The program uses simple stories and tools t…

This study is testing whether a special anti-inflammatory diet, adapted to include traditional Puerto Rican foods, can help people with Crohn's disease feel better. 150 participants will either follow this new diet for 10 weeks or continue their usual eating habits. Researchers w…

This study is testing a tablet-based app called Jaspr Health for adults who come to the emergency room at risk of suicide. The app guides users through creating a safety plan, learning coping skills, and watching inspirational stories from people with similar experiences. Researc…

This study is testing two phone-based tools designed to help young transgender women in Thailand start and consistently take HIV prevention medication (PrEP). Researchers are checking if a motivational computer program and a health management app are easy to use and helpful. The …

This study is testing a new mobile app designed to help young adults (18-29) who visit the emergency room for binge drinking and suicidal thoughts. The app features a digital avatar that guides users through skills and support over 12 weeks. Researchers are checking if the app is…

This study compares two different ways to close the small hole in the vein after doctors implant a leadless pacemaker. Researchers want to see if using a special stitch through the skin works better than the standard method of manual pressure plus a surface stitch. They will meas…

This study is testing whether a procedure called radiofrequency ablation can safely reduce chronic knee pain in people who still experience pain after total knee replacement surgery. Researchers are comparing the real treatment against a sham (fake) procedure in 14 participants t…

This study is testing a computer-based brain training program designed to help breast cancer survivors who experience thinking and memory problems after chemotherapy, often called 'chemo brain.' Researchers want to see if this training can improve how people feel about their memo…

This study is creating a national registry to track 30,000 patients who have hip or knee replacement surgery for osteoarthritis. Researchers will collect information about patients' pain, function, and complications before and after surgery to identify what works best. The goal i…

This study is testing a web-based tool designed to help family members make difficult decisions about continuing or withdrawing life support for loved ones with severe brain injuries. The tool provides information and support to prepare families for conversations with doctors. Re…

This study is looking at whether using a specific baby sleep guidance app (Huckleberry) helps improve infant sleep and the mental health of new mothers. Researchers are enrolling 120 mothers with babies under 1 year old who receive healthcare through a specific Medicaid program. …