HEALTH BEHAVIOR

This study tested a program where trained peer mentors (older students) helped 9th and 10th graders in Appalachian high schools become more physically active. The program was compared to a teacher-led version. The goal was to see if peer support could improve health behaviors lik…

This study tested a program called I-PROTECT, which uses an app to help prevent injuries in youth handball players. Over 4,200 players, coaches, and club staff took part. The goal was to see how well the program worked and how easy it was to use in real clubs.

This study tested a mobile app called LvL UP that helps adults improve their lifestyle habits, like moving more, eating well, and managing stress. The goal was to prevent chronic diseases (like heart disease or diabetes) and mental health issues (like depression or anxiety). Over…

This study tested whether a 4-week safety training program helps 3rd and 4th graders learn to prevent accidents at school. 200 students took part, with one group receiving the training and another group not. The goal was to see if the training improves children's safety behaviors…

This study tested whether giving parents extra support—focused on cultural pride and healthy lifestyle habits—helps Black and Latinx children ages 3-6 behave better and be more active. About 80 families took part. Researchers measured children's social-emotional skills, physical …

This study tested two simple methods—mechanical vibration and gentle finger tapping—to reduce pain and crying in 80 healthy babies receiving their second hepatitis B vaccine. Researchers measured pain scores, heart rate, oxygen levels, and crying duration before, during, and afte…

This study tested whether a mobile app could help adults who had been in the ICU and were still feeling distressed about it. Participants used the app for 6 weeks to process their difficult memories at their own pace. The goal was to see if people would actually use the app and f…

This study tested a personalized sleep improvement app in 637 adults with poor sleep. Participants used the app for 6 to 12 weeks and reported better sleep quality compared to those on a waitlist. The app gave tailored advice to help users improve their sleep habits.

This study looked at whether a six-week health behavior training program could improve sleep quality and physical activity in pregnant women. 57 women in their early third trimester took part. The training group received education on healthy habits, while the control group had on…

This study looked at whether adding pictures to medication labels helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers in South Georgia understand how to take their medicines. 87 adults received either standard labels or labels with pictures. Researchers measured understanding and health liter…

This study tested whether training community leaders to run food literacy workshops could help women in disadvantaged communities make healthier food choices. About 260 women participated, and researchers measured how many workshops were held, attendance, and satisfaction. The go…

This study tested a mobile health program for 101 sedentary office workers. Participants used a web app and a Fitbit to improve their diet, physical activity, and reduce sitting time. The goal was to see if the program was effective and cost-effective compared to usual care, meas…

This study looked at whether a school program could help young people (ages 15-25) better understand health information. Researchers tested the program in Danish schools and measured changes in health literacy and self-reported health over 6 months. The goal was to find ways to r…

This study tested a personalized recommendation system that gives amateur football players aged 14-18 specific sport challenges based on their individual strengths and weaknesses. Participants used a smartphone app to track their activities. The goal was to see if the tailored ch…

This study looked at how people feel during different types of exercise — steady moderate exercise versus short, intense bursts. Researchers wanted to find out if shorter, harder workouts feel just as good (or bad) as longer, easier ones. 29 healthy adults took part, and their fe…

This study tested whether a supported employment program could help people who inject drugs get and use COVID-19 rapid tests more easily. 102 adults took part in the community-driven project. The goal was to see if this approach improved well-being and health communication confid…

This study tested a smartphone app called Pro2col Health in 50 overweight, inactive middle-aged adults (21-60 years). The app gave personalized healthy habit tips and tracked steps, fitness, and biological age. The goal was to see if the app could improve health behaviors, body c…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help African American men start and stick with a physical activity routine. 36 men used the app to track their steps and health measures like weight and blood pressure. The goal was to see if the app could help reduce health risks li…

This study looked at whether doing short, moderate-intensity soleus pushups or holding them longer changes blood sugar levels in healthy young adults aged 18-35. 51 participants did one type of exercise, and their blood sugar was measured before and after. The goal was to see whi…

This study tested whether a special training program about saving water could change how women use water at home. Sixty-eight healthy women took part. The training taught them about water conservation and aimed to reduce their household water footprint and monthly water bills.

This study looked at a program called Family Navigation, which helps low-income and minority families get mental health services for their children. The goal was to find out which parts of the program work best and are most cost-effective. Over 300 children aged 3-12 and their fa…

This completed study looked at healthy adults with a very low body weight (BMI under 18.5) to understand what makes them different from people with a normal weight. Researchers measured body fat, eating habits, hormone levels, and gut bacteria. The goal was to learn more about th…

This study tested a program to help teenagers ages 13 to 16 make healthier choices about eating and exercise. The program added a health literacy module—teaching teens how to find and use health information—to an existing obesity prevention program. Researchers wanted to see if t…

This study tested whether an 11-week program of educational videos and counseling delivered via WhatsApp could help new mothers feel more confident about breastfeeding, more satisfied with their bodies, and adopt healthier lifestyles. 86 postpartum women participated, with half r…

This study tested a training program based on the Transtheoretical Model to help university students improve their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors around contraception. 68 sexually active nursing students with low contraceptive behavior scores took part. The goal was to see i…

This study tested whether a culturally and linguistically tailored reminder letter could increase breast cancer screening among women aged 50-69 who had never attended screening before. Nearly 8,000 women were split into two groups: one received the standard invitation only, the …

This pilot study tested whether giving people small cash rewards each week (instead of a lump sum at the end) would encourage them to check their blood pressure at home more regularly. Fifty adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure from community health centers took part for …

This study asked 17 teens with congenital heart disease to test a mobile health program designed to help them learn about their health and make healthy choices. Participants completed surveys, used the app, and gave feedback in an interview. The goal was to find out if teens like…