Text reminders could help NYC residents catch silent killers early

NCT ID NCT05992415

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Columbia University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will screen over 7,000 adults aged 40+ living in affordable housing in New York City for undiagnosed high blood pressure and glaucoma. Participants who need follow-up care will be randomly assigned to receive text message reminders or usual care. The goal is to see if text support helps more people attend their doctor appointments and get diagnosed or treated.

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 show that simple text message reminders help people get follow-up care for high blood pressure and glaucoma, improving early detection in underserved communities.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage implementation study, not a treatment trial. It may not prove that screening or reminders actually improve long-term health outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

borderline glaucoma glaucoma hypertensive disorder ocular hypertension

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ELEVATED BLOOD PRESSURE GLAUCOMA GLAUCOMA, SUSPECT HYPERTENSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Columbia University Irving Medical Center - 622 W. 168th St. Floor 18

New York, New York, 10032, United States

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