Nurse visits to new parents may stop child abuse before it starts

NCT ID NCT01843036

First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 03, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tests a program where nurses visit families with newborns at home to prevent child maltreatment and improve health. About 1,650 families in Durham County, North Carolina, are taking part. The goal is to see if these visits reduce child abuse, emergency room visits, and hospital stays, and help parents and children thrive.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Center for Child and Family Policy, Duke University

    Durham, North Carolina, 27708, United States

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