A program to help Black and Latino men prevent diabetes
Power-Up: An Effectiveness Trial of the Diabetes Prevention Program Tailored for Black and Latino Men
This study is testing a special program called Power-Up to help Black and Latino men at risk for diabetes lose weight and stay engaged, and it's comparing how well it works against the usual diabetes prevention program.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908006 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a tailored version of the Diabetes Prevention Program specifically designed for Black and Latino men at risk for diabetes. It aims to compare the effectiveness of this program, called Power-Up, against the standard National Diabetes Prevention Program. The study will assess weight loss, engagement, and retention rates among participants over a year, utilizing electronic health records to identify eligible candidates. By focusing on a specific demographic, the research seeks to address disparities in diabetes prevention and improve health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black and Latino men who are at risk for diabetes and meet specific BMI and A1c eligibility criteria.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or Latino or who do not meet the eligibility criteria for the Diabetes Prevention Program may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective diabetes prevention strategies for Black and Latino men, reducing their risk of developing diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with tailored diabetes prevention programs for specific populations, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chambers, Earle C — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Chambers, Earle C
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 below.