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Texting to save babies: kenya trial tests SMS lifeline for newborns

NCT ID NCT05187897

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Washington Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a two-way SMS system that lets pregnant women in Kenya text community health volunteers about their newborn's health. The goal is to see if this quick communication can reduce deaths in the first month of life. About 3000 women will take part, and the results could show a simple way to improve newborn survival.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Two-way SMS platform (CHV-NEO) for communication between mothers and community health volunteers
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple text messaging helps reduce newborn deaths in low-resource settings.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug. Results may vary by region and phone access. The study is still recruiting, so outcomes are not yet known.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 3,000 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2024

Expected to finish

Jun 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

14 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant * 26-36 weeks gestation * Daily access to a mobile phone (own or shared) * Willing to receive SMS * Age ≥14 years * Able to read and respond to text messages in English, Kiswahili or Luo, or have someone in the household who can help * Receiving antenatal care at study facility * Plan to be in the area for at least 3 months postpartum Exclusion Criteria: * participating in another study * previously participated in this study

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Perinatal Death pregnancy disorder with abortive outcome

As listed by the trial registrant

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Neonatal death Perinatal death

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kenyatta National Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Kisumu, Kenya

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