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Citizen scientists tackle drinking water contaminants in appalachia

NCT ID NCT05172752

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Anna Hoover Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a citizen scientist training program can help residents in Martin and Letcher Counties, Kentucky, understand and reduce their exposure to disinfection byproducts in drinking water. These chemicals, formed during water treatment, have been linked to health issues like bladder cancer and birth defects. Participants will undergo training, conduct in-home sampling, and attend quarterly meetings to assess changes in their knowledge and community networks. The goal is to see if community engagement can lead to safer water practices.

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Active substance
Citizen Scientist Training Program and Stakeholder Consultation Core Program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help residents in Appalachian Kentucky better understand and reduce their exposure to disinfection byproducts in drinking water, potentially lowering health risks like bladder cancer and birth defects.
What could go wrong
This is an educational and community engagement effort, not a medical treatment. Its impact depends on whether increased knowledge translates into actual exposure reduction, and results may not apply beyond the specific counties studied.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 200 people

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Started

Feb 2022

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Located in Martin or Letcher County water districts * At least 18 years old * Able to read/speak in English Exclusion Criteria: * Located outside of Martin or Letcher County water districts

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Disinfection by-products

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  • University of Kentucky

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    Lexington, Kentucky, 40536, United States