Milk protein supplements could save thousands of children from deadly diarrhea
NCT ID NCT05519254
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding milk proteins (lactoferrin and lysozyme) to the daily food of malnourished children aged 6-24 months can prevent severe diarrhea and help them recover nutritionally. Six hundred children in Kenya who were hospitalized for diarrhea will receive the supplements for 6 months. The goal is to reduce repeat episodes and improve growth.
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Homa Bay County Referral Hospital
RECRUITINGHoma Bay, Kenya
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Isebania Sub-County Hospital
RECRUITINGIsibania, Kenya
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Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital
RECRUITINGKisii, Kenya
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Rongo Sub-County Hospital
RECRUITINGRongo, Kenya
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