University Of Rochester

This study tests whether training school staff in vaccine communication and providing promotional materials like posters and social media content can increase flu vaccination rates among students. About 6,000 students from participating schools will be involved, with some schools…

This study looks at people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) whose first ablation procedure didn't work. It compares the usual repeat ablation with one that also treats an extra area of the heart (the left atrial posterior wall). The goal is to see which approach …

This study looks at whether training peer coaches can help people with limited health literacy talk to their doctors about preventing heart disease. About 60 adults at risk for heart disease will work with a peer coach before a doctor visit. The goal is to see if this approach he…

This study aimed to test a focused radiation treatment (HDR brachytherapy) for men whose prostate cancer returned only in the prostate gland after earlier radiation therapy. It planned to enroll adults with biopsy-confirmed recurrence seen on a special PET scan. However, the stud…

This study follows 298 older adults with HIV to see how the length of time they've had the virus affects their brain health, thinking skills, and physical frailty. Participants are split into two groups: those on HIV treatment for 1-2 years and those on treatment for 7+ years. Re…

This study tests whether a small device placed under the skin can detect hidden atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in people with heart failure who are at high risk for stroke. About 477 participants either received the implant or standard care. The goal is to see if th…

This study looks at how radiation therapy for brain tumors can affect memory and thinking skills. Researchers will follow 75 adults with slow-growing brain tumors who are getting partial brain radiation. They will use MRI scans and memory tests before treatment and at 6 and 12 mo…