New study aims to close Black-White maternal health gap with data and doulas

NCT ID NCT05484804

First seen Apr 30, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study tests whether adding data accountability tools and community-based doula support to standard care can reduce racial disparities in pregnancy. About 60,000 patients at 39 prenatal clinics in North Carolina will take part. The goal is to lower the number of low-birthweight babies and improve care for Black mothers.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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