Nova Scotia Health Authority
Clinical trials sponsored by Nova Scotia Health Authority, explained in plain language.
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Lifestyle overhaul may keep atrial fibrillation at bay
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether intensive lifestyle changes—like treating sleep apnea, cutting alcohol, exercising, losing weight, and managing blood pressure—can stop atrial fibrillation (AF) from coming back after a heart procedure called catheter ablation. About 509 people with AF wh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Peer mentors tested to ease tough eating disorder care transition
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether peer mentors can support youth aged 16-24 with eating disorders as they move from youth to adult treatment. Participants are paired with a mentor for 3-6 months. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and helps keep patients motivated.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 23:35 UTC
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Art therapy: a new way to ease pain and anxiety for the dying?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether one art therapy session can improve mood and reduce symptoms like pain and anxiety in adults receiving palliative care. Twenty patients in a Canadian hospital will fill out short questionnaires before and after a 30-60 minute art session. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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Lifting weights, lifting hope: exercise trial targets brain cancer decline
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study explores whether a supervised, circuit-based resistance training program can help glioblastoma patients maintain muscle mass and perform daily tasks more easily. Researchers will enroll 24 adults with glioblastoma who are currently on treatment. Participants will exerc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:29 UTC