Digital tool aims to keep kids healthy: 1,400 children test new obesity prevention program

NCT ID NCT07203300

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a digital health platform delivered through WeChat to prevent obesity in 1,400 school children in grades 2 and 3. The program includes health education, growth monitoring, behavior tracking, and home-school partnerships. Researchers will compare children using the platform with those receiving usual care to see if it improves BMI and healthy behaviors.

What this could mean

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Active substance
digital health platform with behavioral intervention
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a scalable, low-cost way to prevent childhood obesity in schools.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial testing feasibility and short-term effects. The intervention may not produce lasting weight changes or work in all communities.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Peking University Health Science Center

    Beijing, China

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