Family talk could be key to preventing disease in Mexican-American communities
NCT ID NCT00469339
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study examined how Mexican-American families discuss their risk for diabetes, heart disease, breast cancer, and colon cancer. Researchers interviewed 498 adults from Mexican-American households in Houston to understand how culture and family history influence health communication. The goal is to design better ways to share risk information and encourage healthy behaviors within families.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to better ways to help Mexican-American families talk about disease risks and adopt healthier habits together.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly improve health outcomes, and results may not apply to other groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030-4096, United States
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