Prehypertension

Researchers test whether lowering systolic blood pressure to below 120 mm Hg prevents major cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes and high-normal blood pressure. The trial enrolls about 11,400 people aged 45 to 79. Participants receive either intensive treatment wi…

This study tests whether a smartwatch-based program, combined with coaching from healthcare staff, can improve heart health in overweight or obese adults who have early signs of problems like high blood pressure or prediabetes. The program focuses on exercise and diet, and tracks…

This study looks at why people with PTSD have a higher risk of heart problems. Researchers will measure nerve activity and test if two daily therapies—a breathing technique or a mild nerve stimulation device—can calm the overactive nervous system. About 120 veterans with and with…

This study examines how a park-based afterschool program called Fit2Lead affects the mental health, resilience, physical fitness, and violence prevention of teens aged 12-17 in Miami-Dade County. Researchers will analyze data from 1,000 participants to see changes in weight, bloo…

This study follows 5,000 children in a Miami-Dade park-based after-school program called Fit2Play. The program includes daily physical activity and nutrition lessons. Researchers will track changes in weight, fitness, blood pressure, and mental health over time to see if the prog…