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Asthma education program aims to cut school absences in head start kids

NCT ID NCT05004714

Disease control Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a multilevel education program called ABC Asthma for staff and families at Head Start centers. The goal is to reduce asthma symptoms and school absences in low-income urban preschoolers with asthma. Researchers are working with 40 Head Start sites to see how well the program can be put into practice and sustained.

What this could mean

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Active substance
ABC Asthma education program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a scalable, sustainable way to reduce asthma symptoms and school absences in high-risk preschool children.
What could go wrong
The trial focuses on implementation and may not show strong health improvements. Results depend on staff and family engagement, which can vary widely.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 500 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2020

Expected to finish

Jul 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Head Start Staff member or caregiver of child currently enrolled in Head Start with asthma

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Aim 1 Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 or older * Head Start Staff member or caregiver of child currently enrolled in Head Start with asthma * Cognitive ability to provide consent * Willing to be audio recorded

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma childhood onset asthma

As listed by the trial registrant

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Asthma in children Implementation Preschool children

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Easter Seals Head Start Prince George's County

    RECRUITING

    District Heights, Maryland, 20747, United States

  • Y of Central Maryland Head Start

    RECRUITING

    Nottingham, Maryland, 21236, United States

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