New study tests simple ways to boost vitamin intake in pregnancy

NCT ID NCT07644780

First seen Jun 16, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether special support strategies could help pregnant women in Nigeria take their daily multiple micronutrient supplements more consistently. Over 2,600 women, along with healthcare workers and husbands, took part. The strategies included better training for health workers, improved nutrition counseling, and involving family members to encourage daily supplement use.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Public health facilities in Dass

    Dass, Bauchi, Nigeria

  • Public health facilities in Ganjuwa

    Ganjuwa, Bauchi, Nigeria

  • Public health facilities in Giade

    Giade, Bauchi, Nigeria

What this could mean

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

Active substance

multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show simple ways to help pregnant women take their daily vitamins more regularly, potentially improving health for mothers and babies.

What could go wrong

This is an implementation study, not a drug trial. It tests strategies to improve supplement use, not the supplement itself. Results may not apply to other regions or populations.

As listed by the trial registrant

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