Can stress relief protect black Women's hearts? new study says yes
NCT ID NCT06707636
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a program called B-SWELL that helps midlife Black women (ages 45-64) lower their heart disease risk by reducing stress and adopting healthier habits. About 43 women from the Cincinnati area will be randomly placed into either the B-SWELL program or a general wellness program for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure heart health using the American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 score, which includes diet, exercise, sleep, and key health numbers like blood pressure and cholesterol.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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42 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Oct 2024
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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45 to 64 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Identifies as Black/ African American * Age 45-64. * Willing to adhere to the study requirements. Exclusion Criteria: * Incarcerated or on house arrest, * Diagnosed with terminal illness, severe mental illness, or dementia. * Unable or unwilling to participate in 8 weekly sessions and 4 phone interviews.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ohio State University
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45221, United States
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