Texting to save babies: kenya trial tests SMS lifeline for newborns

NCT ID NCT05187897

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Washington Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a two-way SMS system that lets pregnant women in Kenya text community health volunteers about their newborn's health. The goal is to see if this quick communication can reduce deaths in the first month of life. About 3000 women will take part, and the results could show a simple way to improve newborn survival.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Two-way SMS platform (CHV-NEO) for communication between mothers and community health volunteers
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that simple text messaging helps reduce newborn deaths in low-resource settings.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug. Results may vary by region and phone access. The study is still recruiting, so outcomes are not yet known.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Perinatal Death pregnancy disorder with abortive outcome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

NEONATAL DEATH PERINATAL DEATH

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kenyatta National Hospital
RECRUITING

Kisumu, Kenya

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