Community-based hydration intervention in schools
Advancing Water Security: A Community Participatory School-Based Hydration Intervention
NA · Virginia Commonwealth University · NCT06714929
This study is testing a program in schools to see if adding water stations helps students drink more water, stay healthier, and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 7200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 4 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Virginia Commonwealth University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Henrico, Virginia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06714929 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of a community-participatory hydration intervention implemented in schools over three years. It focuses on the usage of newly installed hydration stations and assesses various outcomes including Body Mass Index z-scores, dental caries, and beverage intake among students. The intervention encourages healthy hydration practices and equitable access to drinking water, with data collected from students and staff in participating schools.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are students in grades K-5 who participate in school lunch programs and are enrolled in the study during their 3rd grade year.
Not a fit: Students who are unable to complete assessments due to developmental or physical reasons, or those planning to move during the study, may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could lead to improved hydration habits, reduced obesity rates, and lower instances of dental caries among school-aged children.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar hydration interventions in school settings, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Lunchroom observations: All students (K-5th \[Pre-Kindergarten if applicable\]) who eat lunch in the cafeteria on assessment days are eligible * BMI and dental caries assessments: 1) student enrolls in study while in 3rd grade (followed through 5th g) * Student surveys: Students in 4th-5th grade are eligible to complete surveys assessing beverage intake and perceptions of hydration practices within their school district. * Staff surveys: All staff in the target schools will be eligible to complete the Personnel Survey. Exclusion Criteria: * Lunchroom observations: None. * BMI and dental caries assessments: Students are ineligible if they are unable to complete assessments due to developmental or physical reasons, 2) planning to move in the study duration * Student surveys: None. * Staff surveys: None.
Where this trial is running
Henrico, Virginia
- Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Healthy Lifestyles Center — Henrico, Virginia, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sarah Farthing, MS
- Email: sarah.malone@vcuhealth.org
- Phone: 804-527-4756
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Dental Caries, Obesity Prevention, hydration, water, sugar-sweetened beverages, dental caries, overweight and obesity