New tool aims to boost vaccine uptake in Hard-to-Reach communities

NCT ID NCT05866237

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a patient engagement tool (PET) designed to encourage COVID-19 and flu vaccination among underserved populations in East London, including minority ethnic groups, migrants, and low-income individuals. Over 5,900 adults from six GP practices were randomly assigned to receive the PET or standard care. The tool provided culturally adapted educational messages via text, video, or voice. The main goal was to see if the tool increased vaccination rates and was acceptable to patients.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Patient Engagement Tool (PET) - a culturally adapted educational messaging system (text, video, or voice)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could help increase vaccination rates in underserved communities, reducing health disparities.
What could go wrong: This is a pilot study focused on feasibility, not a large-scale trial. The tool may not work in other regions or populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Vaccination Refusal COVID-19 prevention target influenza prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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COVID-19 INFLUENZA VACCINATION REFUSAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Church Road Health

London, E12 6AQ, United Kingdom
Glen Road Surgery

London, United Kingdom
St Andrews Health Centre/ St Pauls Way Health Centre

London, United Kingdom
St Stephen's Health Centre

London, United Kingdom
Stratford Village Health Centre

London, United Kingdom

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