Community health workers may improve chronic disease management

NCT ID NCT04761016

First seen Feb 17, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looked at whether community health workers can help low-income adults better manage chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. About 200 people took part over 10 months. The goal was to see if working with a health worker improved health markers such as blood sugar, cholesterol, and stress levels compared to usual care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor Research Institute

    Dallas, Texas, 75210, United States

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