Improving heart health in rural African American communities
Official title: Implementation of Heart Matters Evidence-based Program
Run by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · NCT06730633 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing a program called Heart Matters to see if it can improve heart health, especially blood pressure, for African American residents living in rural eastern North Carolina.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 210 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Academic / other |
| Locations | 9 sites (Enfield, North Carolina and 8 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06730633 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are Black or African American individuals living in rural eastern North Carolina with at least one cardiovascular disease risk factor.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with active or unstable cardiovascular disease or cognitive impairments that limit informed consent may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Heart Matters program in enhancing cardiovascular health outcomes among African American residents in rural eastern North Carolina. Utilizing a non-randomized, propensity-matched-controlled design, the research will involve 210 participants, with 70 matched to a previous study for comparison. The primary focus is on changes in systolic and diastolic blood pressure, with community-based facilitators implementing the program. The study aims to provide insights into the scalability of this evidence-based intervention in underserved populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to significant improvements in heart health for African American individuals in rural areas.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies, such as NCT02707432, have shown feasibility and efficacy for similar interventions, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Identify as Black or African American * Reside in rural, eastern North Carolina * Self-report at least one cardiovascular disease risk factor, such as pre-diabetes, pre-hypertension or stage one hypertension, obesity, or family history of early heart disease Exclusion Criteria: * Evidence of active or unstable cardiovascular disease * Cognitive impairment that limits informed consent
Where it's running
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A Better Chance, A Better Community
Enfield, North Carolina, United States Recruiting -
Girls Making the Grade
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States Recruiting -
St. James United Holy Church
Stantonsburg, North Carolina, United States Recruiting -
The Mercer Foundation, Inc.
Nashville, North Carolina, United States Active not recruiting -
Marks Chapel Baptist Church
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States Active not recruiting -
Thorne's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States Active not recruiting
Show 3 more locations
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Truth Tabernacle Ministries
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States Active not recruiting -
Carolina Hierarchy of Needs
Spring Hope, North Carolina, United States Active not recruiting -
Warren County Health Department
Warrenton, North Carolina, United States Active not recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Gaurav Dave, MBBS, DrPH — University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Gaurav Dave, MBBS, DrPH
- Email: gaurav_dave@med.unc.edu
- Phone: (919) 843-8271
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.