Can a phone call save a Child's life? ghana tests nighttime telemedicine

NCT ID NCT05506683

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested a new service that lets parents in Ghana get medical help for their sick children at night by phone, with medicines delivered to their home. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and practical for treating common childhood illnesses like pneumonia and diarrhea before they become emergencies. Over 1,200 children participated, and researchers checked how well doctors followed treatment guidelines.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Ambulance Service

    Accra, Accra Metropolitan District, GA-143-8975, Ghana

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