A Telehealth Program to Prevent Diabetes in Hispanic Adolescents
ADAPTING AND ASSESSING THE FEASIBILITY OF A TELEHEALTH DIABETES PREVENTIONPROGRAM FOR HISPANIC ADOLESCENTS
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE · NIH-11137640
This project aims to create and test a new telehealth program to help Hispanic adolescents at risk for type 2 diabetes prevent the condition.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11137640 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many Hispanic adolescents face a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and challenges like transportation or parent work schedules can make it hard to join prevention programs. This project is adapting an existing, successful diabetes prevention program to be delivered entirely through telehealth, making it easier for families to access. We will then test how practical and well-received this adapted telehealth program is among Hispanic youth. The goal is to overcome common barriers and offer an effective way to help young people stay healthy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Hispanic adolescents who are at a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents, not of Hispanic descent, or not at risk for type 2 diabetes may not receive direct benefit from this specific program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could provide an accessible and effective way for Hispanic adolescents to reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: The original prevention program has shown success, and telehealth has proven effective for delivering health programs in other vulnerable communities, suggesting a strong foundation for this adapted approach.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SOLTERO, ERICA — BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: SOLTERO, ERICA
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.
Conditions: Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus