Family power: new study tests Parent-Led weight loss to fight cancer in african american communities
NCT ID NCT04644224
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether parent and family support programs can help African American families lose weight. Obesity runs in families and raises cancer risk, so researchers are using health coaching, support groups, and educational materials with 81 parent-child pairs. The goal is to see if these interventions lead to lasting weight loss and healthier habits.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Educational and support group interventions
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical, community-based weight loss program that lowers cancer risk in African American families.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 81 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Weight loss programs often have mixed long-term success.
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Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States