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Can teaching communities to burn less plastic improve health?

NCT ID NCT05130632

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Emory University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study in rural Guatemala tests whether community education can reduce the burning of plastic waste and lower people's exposure to harmful pollutants. About 400 women and community members from 16 villages will take part, with half attending 12 weekly working groups on waste management and alternatives to burning. Researchers will measure air pollution and urine biomarkers to see if the intervention makes a difference over 12 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
educational working group sessions
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that community-led education reduces plastic burning and improves health in rural areas.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage implementation study with no direct health treatment. Results may not apply to other regions or populations.

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ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Project Office, Jalapa

    Jalapa, Jalapa, Guatemala

  • Universidad del Valle de Guatemala

    Guatemala City, Departamento de Guatemala, Guatemala

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