Community-wide prevention program for maternal and infant health

Evaluation of the Navigation Prevention Program: Durham

NA · Duke University · NCT04438031

This study is testing a new community program called 'Navigation' to see if it can help improve the health of mothers and their babies by connecting them with the right healthcare resources.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment800 (estimated)
Ages0 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorDuke University (other)
Locations1 site (Durham, North Carolina)
Trial IDNCT04438031 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the implementation and impact of a new community-wide prevention program called 'Navigation' aimed at improving maternal and infant health. The program recruits mothers during their OB/GYN or pediatrician visits and provides multiple follow-up visits to assess family needs and connect them with healthcare providers. The study aims to enroll 800 families, focusing on their health and well-being over a period of 36 months. Data from a previous version of the program will not be included in the analysis due to design changes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are families attending specific OB/GYN offices for their first prenatal visit or those visiting a pediatric care practice for their child's well visits.

Not a fit: Families residing outside of Durham County or those planning to move shortly will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance maternal and infant health outcomes by providing tailored support and resources.

How similar studies have performed: While similar community-based health interventions have shown promise, this specific approach is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Families will be eligible for the study if they go to the certain OB/GYN offices (to be updated later) for their first prenatal visit
* Families will be eligible for the study if they go to the Roxboro Road Pediatric Care Practice for their child's 12-, 24-, or 36-month well visit
* Primary language is English or Spanish

Exclusion Criteria:

* Families residing outside of Durham County
* Families that are planning to move out of either county within the next 2 months at the time of recruitment
* Families will also be ineligible if the parent has a cognitive impairment that impairs their ability to consent/participate.

Where this trial is running

Durham, North Carolina

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Prenatal, Postnatal

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.