Ojibwe-Focused diabetes program aims to help families manage together

NCT ID NCT04734015

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a culturally tailored program called Together Overcoming Diabetes (TOD) for American Indian families in Ojibwe communities. Adult caregivers with type 2 diabetes and their youth (ages 10-16) worked with local health coaches to set health goals. The program included 14 lessons delivered at home over 6 months, focusing on spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional wellness. Researchers tracked changes in blood sugar, weight, and other health measures for up to 2 years.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Together Overcoming Diabetes (TOD) program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a culturally respectful way to help American Indian families better manage type 2 diabetes and prevent it in younger generations.

What could go wrong

This is a completed behavioral study with 162 participants, so results may not apply to all communities. The program is intensive (14 lessons over 6 months) and may be hard to sustain long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus type 2 diabetes mellitus

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins University Great Lakes Hub

    Duluth, Minnesota, 55812, United States