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Can a computer predict overdose outbreaks? rhode island trial tests new tool

NCT ID NCT05096429

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Brown University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a predictive analytics tool called PROVIDENT to forecast where overdose deaths might happen next. Researchers randomly assigned 39 Rhode Island municipalities to either use the tool or continue with standard prevention efforts. The goal was to see if directing resources to high-risk neighborhoods could reduce fatal and non-fatal overdoses.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help communities better target overdose prevention resources and reduce drug-related deaths.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 39 municipalities, so results may not apply to other states or populations. The tool's predictions may not always be accurate.

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Study facts

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Phase

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

39 people

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Started

Nov 2021

Finished

Aug 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: \- Cities and towns in Rhode Island Exclusion Criteria: \- There are no exclusion criteria

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Conditions

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acute opioid poisoning Drug Overdose Harm Reduction Opiate Overdose poisoning

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Drug overdose Opioid overdose

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brown University School of Public Health

    Providence, Rhode Island, 02912, United States

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