RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05965869

Healthy Communities Through CHW Initiatives

Creating Healthy Communities Through a Church-based, Community Health Worker-led Initiative

Sponsor

The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston

Enrollment

400 participants

Start Date

Aug 1, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Risk

Summary

Latino(a)s suffer from poor social determinants of health (SODH) conditions more than non-minority populations, and being a minority is risk factor alone for diabetes. In the proposed study, investigators will assist church members in becoming Community Health Workers (CHWs), train them in diabetes, and to track the ability to address healthcare access and quality barriers using an online platform.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a community health worker (CHW) program to promote healthier lifestyles and reduce chronic disease risk — such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease — among Spanish-speaking Latino adults, delivered through local church-based classes. **You may be eligible if...** - You are a Spanish-speaking Latino(a) adult - You are able to attend church-based classes at the study location **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are pregnant or planning to become pregnant within the next 6 months - You have type 1 diabetes - You cannot travel to the church site for classes - You do not speak Spanish - You have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, a psychotic disorder, or severe Alzheimer's disease Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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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