Sleep apnea trial for latino couples aims to boost CPAP use and cut Alzheimer's risk

NCT ID NCT06649929

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: University of Utah Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a culturally tailored sleep program for Latino couples where one partner has sleep apnea and is starting CPAP therapy. The program includes three telehealth sessions teaching sleep skills and support strategies. Researchers want to see if it improves CPAP use and sleep quality for both partners, and whether better sleep might lower Alzheimer's risk. About 80 couples will take part.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: couples-based behavioral sleep intervention
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could help Latino couples stick with CPAP therapy and improve sleep, potentially lowering Alzheimer's risk over time.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-phase trial with only 80 couples, so results may not apply broadly. The link to Alzheimer's risk is speculative and not directly tested.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome Parasomnias sleep apnea syndrome sleep disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SLEEP APNEA SLEEP DISTURBANCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Banner Health

Tuscon, Arizona, 85713, United States
University of Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States

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