Can community health workers help close the heart health gap in philadelphia?
NCT ID NCT06732102
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding a structured self-management program (DECIDE) to standard community health worker support helps 500 Philadelphia residents aged 35-75 better manage heart disease risks and meet their social needs. Participants will either receive the enhanced program or continue with usual services. Researchers will measure improvements in self-care skills and resolution of social needs like housing or food access.
What this could mean
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Active substance
community health worker support and a self-management education program called DECIDE
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that combining self-management training with community health worker help improves heart health and reduces social needs in underserved communities.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so results depend on participation and may not apply to other cities. It is also early-stage research, so benefits are uncertain.
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University of Pennsylvania
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States