University Of South Carolina

This study tests a family-based program called LEADS for overweight African American teens and their parents. The program teaches coping skills like mindfulness and deep breathing, plus positive parenting, to help families manage daily stress and increase physical activity. Resea…

This study tests whether a 10-week group program that combines health talks, team games, and goal-setting can help inactive African American women become more active. 360 women who currently exercise less than 60 minutes per week will take part. The program uses FitBits and group…

This study tests whether three culturally tailored diet patterns (U.S.-style, Mediterranean, and vegetarian) can improve eating habits and reduce type 2 diabetes risk in 198 African American adults. Participants attend weekly classes for 6 months, then bi-weekly for another 6 mon…

This study looks at a 12-week program called 'GameDay Ready' to help Black men living in rural South Carolina lose weight. About 29 men will take part, and their weight changes will be compared to a group that does walking and general health education. The goal is to see if the n…

This study tests a 3-month program that combines vegan soul food restaurant vouchers with weekly classes to help African American adults eat better and lose weight. Participants are randomly assigned to get either classes plus vouchers or vouchers alone. The goal is to see which …

This study tests whether a 12-session taekwondo-based exercise program can help older adults (ages 55+) prevent falls and improve balance. Twenty participants will be randomly assigned to either the taekwondo program or a standard fall prevention education group. The goal is to s…

This study tests a 12-week program called Breathe Easier+ for people who have finished treatment for non-small cell lung cancer and their partners. The program includes guided walking, resistance training, coaching calls, and meditation delivered via smartphone or tablet. Researc…

This study looks at whether a weight loss program designed for adults who have had a knee replacement can help them lose weight, be more active, and have less pain and better function. About 182 overweight or obese adults who had knee replacement within the last 6 months will tak…

This study looks at whether a 12-week remote physical activity program is practical and well-liked by inactive men living in rural communities. Thirty-seven men will receive coaching calls, behavioral lessons, and feedback by email or phone. The goal is to see if this approach ca…