Texting to save babies: kenya trial tests SMS lifeline for newborns
NCT ID NCT05187897
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
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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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Kenyatta National Hospital
RECRUITINGKisumu, Kenya
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