Prenatal education to reduce environmental exposures during pregnancy
Official title: Prenatal Education on Environmental Exposures During Pregnancy Study (PEEPS)
Run by The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston · NCT07758114 · Data updated 2026-11-12
Aimed at pregnant people, this program tests whether a classroom-style education can help reduce exposure to harmful pollutants from seafood and nearby pollution sources.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Galveston, Texas and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 27, 2026 |
| Main results expected | April 2029 |
| Study ends | April 2029 |
| Registry record updated | September 14, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07758114 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults 18+ who are pregnant or planning pregnancy and can complete study surveys.
✕Probably not a fit
Participants who do not engage with the educational materials or who do not experience changes in exposure behaviors may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The project delivers an educational program to teach pregnant individuals about environmental exposures, including contaminated seafood and pollutants from Superfund sites. It uses pre- and post-tests, course evaluations, and follow-up surveys to measure knowledge, satisfaction, and potential behavior changes over one year. The study partners with local communities near ship channels and Superfund sites to adapt materials with input from residents and leaders. Participants must be 18 or older, pregnant or planning pregnancy, and able to complete surveys. The trial is conducted across sites in Galveston, Texas, led by UTMB with Baylor College of Medicine and NIEHS collaboration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, participants may better understand and reduce their exposure to environmental pollutants during pregnancy.
How similar studies have gone: Previous work in community education has shown improvements in knowledge and self-reported exposure reduction in similar environmental public health programs.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Must be at least 18 years old * Must be pregnant, trying, or a mom * Must not have any conditions that would prevent them from carrying out study activities * Must be able to complete surveys and understand instructions Exclusion Criteria: * Participants will not be considered if they are younger than 18 and are not pregnant, trying, or a mom.
Where it's running
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St Vincent's Hope Clinics
Galveston, Texas, United States Recruiting -
University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
Galveston, Texas, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lance Hallberg, PhD — The University of Texas Medical Branch
- Study coordinator: Lance Hallberg, PhD
- Email: lmhallbe@utmb.edu
- Phone: (409)772-3797
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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.