Teen mentors step up to fight childhood obesity in struggling rural communities

NCT ID NCT05758441

Summary

This study tests whether a program using older teen mentors and family support can help overweight 7th graders in rural Appalachia become more physically active and improve their health. The program provides culturally appropriate guidance to build exercise habits without needing special equipment. Researchers aim to see if this approach reduces obesity and diabetes risk in these underserved communities.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ohio State University College of Nursing

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

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