Faith and fitness: church program tackles high blood pressure

NCT ID NCT05220332

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a 6-month church-based program to help African Americans with uncontrolled high blood pressure. The program includes Bible study sessions led by the pastor and small group meetings focused on diet and exercise. A community health worker provides extra support if needed. The goal is to see if this approach can lower blood pressure and improve medication adherence.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: behavioral intervention (Bible study, group sessions, community health worker support)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could offer a practical, community-based way to help African Americans with high blood pressure improve their health.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so results may vary. It's also limited to church members, so it may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HYPERTENSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, Illinois, 60422, United States

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