Helping parents promote healthy eating and exercise in pediatric cancer survivors with obesity
Official title: NOURISH-T+: A Randomized Control Trial Targeting Parents in Promoting Healthy Eating and Exercise Behaviors in Pediatric Cancer Survivors with Overweight/Obesity
Funded at University of South Florida · NIH-10993174 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is helping families of kids aged 5-11 who have survived cancer and are dealing with being overweight or obese by encouraging parents to promote healthy eating and exercise, making it easier for everyone to adopt better habits together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2019 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $318,794 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA240319-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-10993174 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric cancer survivors aged 5-11 who are overweight or obese and have completed treatment within the last 1 to 5 years.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not overweight or obese or who are currently undergoing cancer treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of overweight and obesity among pediatric cancer survivors by targeting their parents to encourage healthy eating and physical activity. The intervention, known as NOURISH-T+, aims to model positive behaviors and provide support to families as they transition from treatment. By implementing a randomized control trial across multiple pediatric oncology clinics, the study evaluates the effectiveness of this approach in promoting lasting behavior changes in children aged 5-11 who are overweight or obese. Parents will receive guidance on relevant topics, including survivorship and managing late effects of cancer treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of obesity-related health issues in pediatric cancer survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous interventions targeting parental involvement in promoting healthy behaviors in children have shown promise, indicating potential success for this refined approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Florida
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stern, Marilyn — University of South Florida
- Study coordinator: Stern, Marilyn
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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.