Virginia Commonwealth University

This study compares two drugs used to prevent CMV, a common and serious viral infection, in African American kidney transplant patients. Researchers want to see if a newer drug called letermovir works as well as the standard drug valganciclovir but causes fewer side effects, part…

This study is testing if a 'produce prescription' program helps people manage chronic diseases. For 12 months, 30 participants with conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure will receive free healthy food and cooking classes. Researchers want to see if this improves their d…

This study is testing a 6-month coaching program designed to help teenagers and young adults (ages 16-22) with type 1 diabetes prepare for the switch from pediatric to adult medical care. Participants and a caregiver will either receive monthly coaching sessions or standard educa…

This study is testing whether team-based video visits and home monitoring devices can help people better manage chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. It will involve 40 adults who are already part of a health program and have these conditions. The main goal is…

This study is testing a community-wide program designed to prevent youth violence in three Richmond neighborhoods with high rates of violence. The program combines hospital-based support for high-risk youth with community activities that build leadership and positive development.…

This study is testing whether a small, wearable vibration device is practical and comfortable for stroke survivors to use at home. The goal is to see if gentle vibrations can improve hand sensation and movement for people living with long-term effects of a stroke. The research is…

This study is testing two different virtual programs designed to help brain tumor patients with memory, thinking, and overall brain health. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either C-SMART, which combines memory training with mindfulness meditation, or BE Well, which …

This study analyzes existing medical records from 8,000 people who had weight-loss surgery at a specific medical center. The goal is to learn from past patients by comparing different surgical procedures. Researchers will look at how much weight people lost, any surgical complica…

This study examines whether nursing homes have been increasingly prescribing anti-seizure medications to dementia patients instead of monitored psychiatric drugs, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers will analyze prescription records and health outcomes for millio…