Global push to fight childhood obesity in poorer urban areas

NCT ID NCT06855563

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Prevention Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests community-based programs in six countries to help children ages 6-13 eat healthier and be more active. The goal is to prevent obesity and improve quality of life in disadvantaged urban communities. Researchers will track changes in body mass index and health-related quality of life over two years.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: community-based intervention packages (diet and physical activity programs)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide effective, community-driven strategies to prevent childhood obesity and improve health in disadvantaged urban areas worldwide.
What could go wrong: This is a large observational study without a control group, so results may be influenced by other factors. The interventions vary by city, making it hard to pinpoint what works best.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OBESITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Novo Nordisk - Türkiye

Bangalore, 560066, Brazil
Novo Nordisk - Türkiye

Bangalore, 560066, Japan
Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

Loagan, Australia
Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

Mississauga, Canada
Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

Johannesburg, South Africa
Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

Madrid, Spain

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