Teen mentors step up to fight childhood obesity in rural communities
NCT ID NCT05758441
Summary
This study tests whether a program using high school mentors and family support can help overweight middle school children in rural Appalachia become more physically active and improve their health. The program provides culturally appropriate guidance to build exercise habits without needing special equipment. Researchers aim to see if this community-based approach can reduce obesity and diabetes risk in an area with high rates of these conditions.
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Ohio State University College of Nursing
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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