Exploring effective strategies for maintaining health behaviors
HSR&D Senior Research Career Scientist Award
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WM S. MIDDLETON MEMORIAL VETERANS HOSP · NIH-10306908
This study is looking for ways to help people stick to healthy habits, like losing weight and taking their medications regularly, so they can better manage conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WM S. MIDDLETON MEMORIAL VETERANS HOSP (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MADISON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10306908 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying and evaluating behavioral strategies that help individuals maintain healthy habits, particularly in the context of weight loss and medication adherence. Dr. Corrine Voils conducts randomized trials to test various interventions aimed at improving health outcomes for patients. The research includes developing and validating tools to measure medication adherence, which is crucial for managing chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension. By understanding what works best for patients, the goal is to create effective programs that can be widely implemented.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals struggling with weight management or medication adherence, particularly those with conditions like adult-onset diabetes or hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who are not dealing with issues related to weight management or medication adherence may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for patients by providing effective strategies for maintaining healthy behaviors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using behavioral interventions to improve health outcomes, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
MADISON, UNITED STATES
- WM S. MIDDLETON MEMORIAL VETERANS HOSP — MADISON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VOILS, CORRINE IONE — WM S. MIDDLETON MEMORIAL VETERANS HOSP
- Study coordinator: VOILS, CORRINE IONE
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, Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus