Temple University

This study looked at 200 adults with multi-drug resistant Pseudomonas infections who received the antibiotic ceftolozane-tazobactam. Researchers tracked how many patients survived 30 days and while in the hospital, and whether follow-up tests showed the infection was cleared. The…

This study tested whether people with high cholesterol who check their levels at home and report them by phone can lower their LDL more than those getting standard care. 70 adults with LDL over 130 mg/dL took part. The goal was to see if home monitoring improves medication adhere…

This study tested a training program called SAFE for 67 adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities who work or are looking for work. The program teaches simple steps to prevent airborne diseases like COVID-19 in the workplace. Researchers checked if the training impro…

This study looked at whether treating private well water with ultraviolet (UV) light can reduce stomach and respiratory infections in children under 5. About 28 households in Pennsylvania with private wells took part. Families reported symptoms weekly via text and online surveys …

This study tested a program to help pregnant women who are overweight or obese avoid gaining too much weight. It included 416 African American and Hispanic women in Philadelphia who were part of the WIC program. The program used text messages and guidance to support healthy eatin…

This study looked at whether Tai Chi, a gentle mind-body exercise, can improve quality of life for adults living with both HIV and chronic pain. Researchers enrolled 36 people aged 45 and older to test if the program was practical and liked by participants. The goal was to see if…

This study looked at how motivation and the desire to learn affect memory. Researchers used a game show-like task and brain scans to see how the brain's reward and memory centers work together. 76 healthy adults took part to help scientists understand the link between active lear…

This study tested a program where trained peer coaches (people who also have mental illness) helped 16 young adults (ages 18-30) with serious mental illness make decisions about community activities they wanted to do more of, like work, school, or social events. The goal was to s…

This study tested a 12-week health coaching program called Sip & Snack Better to see if it could help teens ages 12-16 eat less added sugar. Thirty teens and their parents took part. The program was compared to using only a phone app. The study also checked if a breath or hair te…