University Of South Carolina
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of South Carolina, explained in plain language.
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Soul food restaurants help test new diet program for weight loss
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing two ways to help African American adults eat healthier and manage their weight. It compares a 3-month program with weekly in-person classes at vegan soul food restaurants plus meal vouchers against just receiving the meal vouchers alone. Researchers want to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can a cultural twist on healthy eating help fight diabetes?
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing whether making national healthy eating guidelines more culturally relevant helps African American adults improve their diets and lower their risk for type 2 diabetes. Researchers are comparing three different healthy eating patterns over one year to see whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can training parents help kids cope with family stress?
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing a program that teaches parents skills to help their young children (ages 3-9) manage emotions, improve behavior, and develop healthier habits like better sleep and less screen time. It focuses on families dealing with significant stress, such as financial st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Can text messages help kids sleep better for school?
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing whether a combined school and home program can help improve sleep and behavior in young children before they start kindergarten. The program uses text messages sent to parents and classroom activities. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Can working out together help lung cancer survivors breathe easier?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a 12-week home program designed to help people who have had non-small cell lung cancer and a supportive partner (like a family member or friend) get more active and manage stress. The program, called Breathe Easier+, provides remote coaching, guided walking,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Phone-Based diet plan aims to ease pain for new knee patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing if a phone-based weight loss and activity coaching program helps people who recently had knee replacement surgery. It compares this program to standard self-management advice to see which is better for losing weight, reducing pain, improving movement, and be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Can a mushroom mix tame your tummy troubles and boost your mood?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a daily mushroom blend can help healthy adults who experience occasional bloating, gas, or bowel irregularity. Researchers will compare the blend to a placebo (inactive pill) to see if it improves digestive symptoms, mood, and the mix of bacteria in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC