HEALTH LITERACY

This study gives plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to low-income families who struggle to get enough healthy food. Participants will track what they eat each week. The goal is to see if this food prescription program helps families eat better and feel le…

This study tests whether nurse-led telehealth support helps people with gout stick to their medication and keep uric acid levels under control. About 200 adults from Denmark who already take gout medication will be randomly assigned to either receive extra nurse support (via app,…

This study looks at whether combining short mindfulness exercises with digital health information can help university students in Macau better understand and use health information. About 268 students aged 18-25 will take part in an 8-week program during their PE classes. The goa…

This study looks at whether using artificial intelligence to simplify medical handouts helps parents better understand their child's bone condition. About 80 parents of pediatric orthopaedic patients at Hospital for Special Surgery will read either the original or an AI-simplifie…

This study tests whether short, social-media-style health education videos can help teenagers with chronic illnesses become more confident and capable in managing their own healthcare. About 44 teens aged 12-17 will be randomly assigned to watch these videos or use standard healt…

This study looks at the best ways to help people with physical disabilities stick to a home exercise program. Over 32 weeks, 257 participants will get access to exercise videos and wellness articles. Some will also receive health coaching calls, and if they aren't active enough a…

This study explores whether having community members design and lead health actions can improve well-being, reduce overuse of medications, and lighten the load on doctors. Researchers will work with 4,000 adults in Elche, Spain, to address mental health, heart health, and antibio…

This study works with 250 high-risk pregnant and postpartum women, their families, and healthcare providers in five rural Mississippi counties. The goal is to improve trust in the healthcare system and increase health literacy through community partnerships. Researchers hope this…

This study looks at 200 adults with alcohol-related liver cirrhosis to measure their health literacy (understanding health information) and self-efficacy (confidence in managing their health). Researchers will track how these factors relate to serious liver events and hospital re…