Effectiveness of lifestyle changes in preventing type 2 diabetes
DP22-001 Real-world effectiveness of structured lifestyle interventions in preventing type 2 diabetes - 2022
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · EMORY UNIVERSITY · NIH-10864789
This study is looking at how diet and exercise programs can help people at risk of getting type 2 diabetes stay healthy, by seeing how well these changes work in everyday life.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | EMORY UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ATLANTA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10864789 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how structured lifestyle interventions, such as diet and exercise programs, can help prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes in individuals at risk. The approach focuses on real-world effectiveness, meaning it evaluates how these interventions perform outside of clinical trials in everyday settings. Participants will engage in lifestyle modifications and their health outcomes will be monitored over time to assess the impact on diabetes prevention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, particularly those with prediabetes or other risk factors.
Not a fit: Patients who already have type 2 diabetes or those who do not meet the criteria for being at risk may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective strategies for preventing type 2 diabetes, improving health outcomes for at-risk individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that lifestyle interventions can be effective in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
ATLANTA, UNITED STATES
- EMORY UNIVERSITY — ATLANTA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SHAO, HUI — EMORY UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SHAO, HUI
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.