Can walking and group support improve heart health in underserved communities?

NCT ID NCT07034352

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

Summary

This study tests a program called Health Impact 360, designed to improve heart health in adults from marginalized communities. 328 participants will join group sessions twice a week for 8 weeks, then once a week for 8 more weeks. Sessions include health education and group walking. Researchers will measure changes in heart health, stress, and social support compared to a wait-list control group.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Health Impact 360 (group-based program with health education and walking)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a low-cost, community-based way to improve heart health and well-being in underserved groups.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage behavioral study (328 people) with no blinding. Results may not apply broadly, and benefits may depend on how often people attend sessions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Health Education Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Community Health and Social Service Centers (CHASS)

    Detroit, Michigan, 48209, United States

  • Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation (DHDC)

    Detroit, Michigan, 48216, United States

  • Eastside Community Network (ECN)

    Detroit, Michigan, 48215, United States