Neglected sense: study tests if smell checks boost health
NCT ID NCT07222891
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether helping people who have trouble smelling can improve their health and happiness. Many people don't realize their sense of smell is fading, which can affect mood, nutrition, and even safety. Researchers will give smell tests and coping advice to 1000 adults to see if it reduces depression and improves quality of life.
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Monell Chemical Senses Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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