A digital program to help Hispanic families improve their health and lifestyle.
Official title: Efficacy Trial of Healthy Juntos: A Family-based Digital Lifestyle Intervention for Hispanic Adolescents and their Parents
Funded at University of Miami School of Medicine · NIH-11113818 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a fun and supportive program called Healthy Juntos, which helps Hispanic teens and their parents work together to adopt healthier habits and tackle obesity using technology over six months.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | June 12, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $615,551 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA289519-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11113818 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic adolescents aged 12 to 20 and their parents who are looking to improve their lifestyle and health behaviors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Hispanic or those who are not part of a family unit may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on a digital lifestyle intervention called Healthy Juntos, designed specifically for Hispanic adolescents and their parents. The program aims to address obesity and promote healthier behaviors through a family-based approach, leveraging technology to enhance engagement and accessibility. Participants will engage in a six-month program that includes both an intensive phase and a maintenance phase, utilizing tools like activity monitors to track progress. The intervention is tailored to fit the cultural values of Hispanic families, emphasizing the importance of family involvement in health behaviors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced obesity rates among Hispanic adolescents and their families.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that family-based interventions can be effective in promoting healthier behaviors, particularly in Hispanic populations, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami School of Medicine
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: St. George, Sara Mijares — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: St. George, Sara Mijares
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.