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Childhood Obesity Pevention Clinical Trial in Lincoln, NE

Access cutting-edge childhood obesity pevention treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Lincoln. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Nebraska Lincoln

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Lincoln

    Convenient for NE residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Lincoln site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Childhood Obesity Pevention Study in Lincoln

The purpose of this study is to find out whether a program called "Healthy Children, Healthy Communities" can help young children in rural areas eat healthier and improve their health. The study focuses on children ages 3 to 5 who attend family childcare homes in rural communities. The main goal is to see if the program can: Help children eat healthier foods, like more fruits and vegetables. Support childcare providers in using positive mealtime practices that encourage healthy eating. The study will involve about 120 licensed family childcare providers in rural areas who participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), along with about 240 children they care for. Childcare providers will be randomly placed into one of two groups: EAT Family Style Group (Intervention Group): Complete 7 online training modules over 16 weeks about healthy mealtime practices. Join 7 individual coaching sessions on Zoom. Record short videos of their mealtimes to get personalized feedback from a coach. Work with a coach to set goals and make plans to improve mealtimes. Receive printed materials and conversation cards to use during meals. Some providers may join Zoom interviews to share their experiences. Better Kid Care Group (Comparison Group): Complete 10 online modules about general childcare topics like child development, oral health, play, and managing a childcare home. For both groups, the research team will: Ask providers to fill out online surveys about how mealtimes work in their childcare homes. Visit the childcare homes to observe and record children's mealtimes on two days at each data collection point. Measure the height and weight of participating children. Use a painless skin scanner (Veggie Meter) to check how many fruits and vegetables children have been eating. Ask providers to complete surveys about the children's eating habits. The study focuses on rural, low-income communities, where children are at higher risk of having poor diets and obesity compared to children in urban areas. Information will be collected at the start of the study, after 16 weeks, and again after 24 weeks to see if there are lasting changes.

Sponsor: University of Nebraska Lincoln

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

FCCH Settings:
Licensed family child care home-based early child care and education settings
Located in Nebraska (with potential expansion to Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Illinois, and/or Northwest Missouri if needed)
Participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Care for at least 2 preschool-aged non-sibling children (3-5 years old) without feeding disorders or developmental delays
Provide meals and snacks to attending children
Located in a county designated as nonmetropolitan based on the 2023 Rural-Urban Continuum Codes (RUCC) FCCH Providers:
Currently caring for at least two 3-5 year old non-sibling children who do not have dietary restrictions or feeding disorders that impact how they eat
Present with children during meals and snacks
Over the age of 19 years
Have not participated in this study before Children:
Between 3 to 5 years old
No dietary restrictions or feeding disorder that impact how they eat (lactose intolerance, egg/nut allergies, or vegetarian diet are acceptable)
Typically developing children (no diagnosis of developmental delays as identified by childcare providers)
Have a parent or guardian 19 years of age or older to consent for them

Exclusion Criteria

FCCH Providers:
FCCH provider closes the business
FCCH provider stops serving meals to children
FCCH provider discontinues participation in CACFP and no longer adheres to CACFP meal pattern requirements
FCCH provider loses all eligible study children due to children leaving care, developing developmental delays or feeding disorders, or other reasons making them ineligible Children:
Diagnosis of dietary restrictions or feeding disorder that impact how they eat (soft diet requirements or difficulty swallowing that impacts how they eat)
Diagnosis of developmental delays
A sibling of a participating child (only one 3-5 year old child per family eligible)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Lincoln?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07160530) has an active research site in Lincoln, NE that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

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Childhood Obesity Pevention Treatment Options in Lincoln, NE

If you're searching for childhood obesity pevention treatment options in Lincoln, NE, this clinical trial (NCT07160530) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Lincoln research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced childhood obesity pevention specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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