Community helpers vs. pamphlets: which works better for health?

NCT ID NCT06829485

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether community health workers (CHWs) can help people with non-medical problems like food insecurity and trouble getting healthcare. 900 adults from Florida communities will either work with a CHW for six months or receive educational materials on their own. The goal is to see if CHWs improve well-being more than just reading about resources.

What this could mean

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Active substance

Community health workers (CHW) and educational materials

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that community health workers are a more effective way to help people address non-medical health challenges like food insecurity and access to care.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study with 900 participants, and it measures subjective well-being, which may not translate to clear health improvements. The results may not apply to other communities.

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  • Florida A&M University

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    Tallahassee, Florida, 32307, United States

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  • Florida International University

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    Miami, Florida, 33136, United States

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  • Health Choice Network

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    Miami, Florida, 33137, United States

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  • Healthy Little Havana

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    Miami, Florida, 33130, United States

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  • Mayo Clinic Florida Comprehensive Cancer Center

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    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

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  • University of Florida

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    Gainesville, Florida, 32611, United States

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  • University of Miami

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    Miami, Florida, 33136, United States

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