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Overweight, Childhood Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

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

Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital

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All study-related overweight, childhood treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA 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.

Simple Process

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

About This Overweight, Childhood Study in Boston

The goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of CHAMPION ("Comparative-effectiveness of a Healthy lifestyle and Asthma Management Program, In-person vs ONline"), a primary care-based intervention to address childhood obesity and asthma, and test the effectiveness of a telehealth-only version of the program. Intensive Health Behavior and Lifestyle Treatment (IHBLT), when delivered via telehealth vs. in-person among children with overweight or obesity and persistent asthma.

Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age 4-17.9 years at time of screening
BMI ≥ 85th percentile
Asthma or reactive airway disease diagnosis, per child's Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation and caregiver report

Exclusion Criteria

Diagnosis of anorexia nervosa, per child's EHR or caregiver report
Pregnant, per child's EHR
Plan to change pediatricians in the next year, per caregiver report
Opted out of research, per child's EHR
Sibling currently enrolled in the research trial, per enrollment log or caregiver report

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 Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06432790) has an active research site in Boston, MA 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.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Overweight, Childhood Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for overweight, childhood treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06432790) 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 Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced overweight, childhood 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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