The "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension" Study is a 24-month Randomized Trial in Houston Targeting African Americans Aged 55+. It Combines Pharmacist Counseling and CHW Support to Improve Blood Pressure Control in Hypertension Management.
Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults (#Check, Monitor, Control)
Texas Southern University
480 participants
Apr 1, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The proposed study, "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults," is a randomized clinical trial designed to improve blood pressure control among African American adults aged 55 years and older in the Greater Houston area. Hypertension disproportionately affects African Americans, contributing to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and stroke. This project aims to improve clinical and behavioral outcomes through a 24-month intervention combining pharmacist-led counseling and Community Health Worker (CHW) support.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria9
- Individuals are eligible to the study if they are:
- years or older
- Have at least 2 high blood pressure readings ≥ 130/80 mmHg within one month
- Past Medical History of hypertension \> 1 year
- Taking at least 1 antihypertensive medication
- Independent Activities of Daily Livings (ADL) and instrumental Activities of Daily Livings (iADL)
- Have a SmartPhone
- Live within the Greater Houston Metropolitan Areas
- Able to speak English
Exclusion Criteria3
- Unable to verbalize comprehension of study or impaired cognitive function (e.g. dementia)
- Not able to monitor blood pressure at home
- Plans to relocate outside Houston within the next year
Interventions
Medication management and disease state counseling provided by a clinical pharmacist.
Participants receive CHW Individual patient assistance and group health workshops in addition to pharmacist interventions
Locations(1)
View Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov
For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.
NCT07413159