RecruitingNCT05492708

The Heartland Study

Children's Health in the Heartland Study

Sponsor

Heartland Health Research Alliance

Enrollment

2,600 participants

Start Date

Jan 11, 2020

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Miscarriage Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Related Spontaneous Abortion Birth Defect Gestational Age and Weight Conditions Exposure to Herbicides

Summary

The Heartland Study is a prospective, observational study that will enroll up to 2,600 pregnant participants across the Heartland States in the U.S.. The objective of the Heartland Study is to address major knowledge gaps concerning the health effects of herbicides on maternal and infant health. The study is being conducted to evaluate the associations between environmental exposures to herbicides during and after pregnancy and reproductive health outcomes. The study is measuring multiple biomarkers of herbicide exposure among pregnant Midwesterners and their partners to evaluate associations with pregnancy and childbirth outcomes, epigenetic biomarkers of exposure, and child development.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a new treatment for people with birth defect, exposure to herbicides, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 4 locations.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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