Friendly phone calls could help seniors control diabetes
NCT ID NCT06336122
First seen Jun 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether regular phone calls from a trained peer coach can help older adults (55+) in rural Kentucky better manage their type 2 diabetes. Participants will be assigned to receive weekly or bi-weekly calls to discuss self-care and goals. Researchers will measure changes in blood sugar (A1c) and feelings of empowerment to see which coaching frequency works best.
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Barren River Area Development District
RECRUITINGBowling Green, Kentucky, 42101, United States
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UK HealthCare
RECRUITINGHazard, Kentucky, 41701, United States
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What this could mean
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Active substance
peer coaching (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If effective, this could show that peer support helps older adults better manage their diabetes, potentially leading to a low-cost program for rural communities.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, not a large trial. The results may not apply to other regions or populations, and the effect on blood sugar may be modest.
Conditions
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