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This study tested whether giving cash payments to pregnant women when they use recommended health services increases the number of women who get prenatal care and give birth at a health facility. Over 36,000 women in Nigeria took part. The goal was to reduce deaths of mothers and…

This study tested a program called TACUNA plus a Wellness Circle to prevent opioid misuse among American Indian/Alaska Native young adults aged 18-25 in California. Participants were randomly assigned to either the culturally centered program or an opioid education workshop. The …

This study tested a program called Game Changers, which trained people living with HIV to become leaders in HIV prevention among their friends and family. Over 800 participants in Uganda took part in 8 group sessions led by peers. The goal was to see if this approach could increa…

This study compared two virtual, culturally-tailored programs designed to reduce suicide risk and alcohol use in Alaska Native youth aged 14-24 who had been hospitalized for suicidal thoughts, attempts, or alcohol-related injuries. The programs focused on building coping skills a…

This study tested whether a mobile app that lets people with asthma report their symptoms between doctor visits can improve their quality of life. Over 400 adults with asthma used either the app or received usual care. Researchers measured changes in asthma-related quality of lif…

This study looked at whether a program called Getting To Outcomes (GTO) helps community organizations deliver sexual health education to teens more effectively. Researchers worked with 909 youth aged 10-14 at Boys and Girls Clubs. The goal was to see if GTO improves staff skills …

This study tested a new training called Crisis Ready for 27 people in a Baltimore diversion program. The goal was to see if participants found the training likable and useful for handling crises like suicide or overdose. Results will help improve future crisis response efforts.

This study developed and tested an online training program for HIV care providers. The goal was to help them better address stigma and medical mistrust, especially among Black and Latino patients. 59 providers took part in a pilot study to see if the training was acceptable and u…

This study tested a new automated phone system called 'My Coach Connect' for people with chronic mental illness, including depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. Participants called the system twice a week to answer questions about how they were doing, and their respons…

This study looked at whether making cigarette packs look plain (no bright colors or logos) changes how much young adults want to smoke or quit. Researchers surveyed 433 people aged 21-34 who smoke at least once a month. The goal was to see if simpler packaging could reduce the ur…