Global push to fight childhood obesity in poorer urban areas

NCT ID NCT06855563

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.

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