Could a chat group ease your asthma? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06849245

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether encouraging people with asthma to join an online support group can improve their symptoms and quality of life. 600 adults with poorly controlled asthma will be recruited. Their doctors will introduce them to a private online community where they can read and share experiences. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost approach helps them breathe easier and feel less anxious.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: digital social intervention (online peer support promoted by primary care clinicians)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a low-cost way to help people with asthma better manage their symptoms and feel supported.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug, so effects may be modest. The trial is relatively small (600 people) and relies on self-reported outcomes, which can be biased.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma intermittent asthma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTHMA INTERMITTENT, UNCONTROLLED

Contacts and locations

Locations

East Midlands Regional Research Delivery Network
RECRUITING

Leicester, United Kingdom
East of England Regional Research Delivery Network
RECRUITING

Norwich, United Kingdom
North East and North Cumbria
RECRUITING

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
North London Regional Research Delivery Network
RECRUITING

London, United Kingdom
South West Peninsula Regional Research Delivery Network
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Exeter, United Kingdom

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