Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 14 to 16

Telehealth program for preventing diabetes in Hispanic teens

Official title: Adapting and Assessing the Feasibility of a Telehealth Diabetes Prevention Program for Hispanic Adolescents

Run by Baylor College of Medicine · NCT06943001 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new online program to help Hispanic teens who are overweight prevent diabetes by making it easier for them and their families to join in.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages14 Years to 16 Years
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorBaylor College of Medicine
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Houston, Texas)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 12, 2025
Main results expectedAugust 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedNovember 9, 2026
Trial IDNCT06943001 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are Hispanic adolescents aged 12-16 years with obesity, defined as a BMI at or above the 95th percentile.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are currently taking medications that affect activity or glucose metabolism, or those with conditions that prevent normal physical activity, 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 aims to adapt an evidence-based diabetes prevention program specifically for Hispanic adolescents aged 12-16 years who are obese. It utilizes a telehealth approach to address barriers such as transportation and childcare, making it easier for families to participate. The study involves focus groups with adolescents and parents to gather insights on program features and technology use, followed by expert panel reviews and usability testing of the adapted program. The goal is to create a feasible and effective intervention that can be delivered remotely.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes among Hispanic adolescents by providing accessible health education and support.

How similar studies have gone: While telehealth interventions for diabetes prevention are emerging, this specific adaptation for Hispanic adolescents is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Self-report as Hispanic
* obese, defined as body mass index percentile (BMI%) ≥ 95th percentile
* ages of 12-16 years
* owns his or her own cellphone

Exclusion Criteria:

* Taking a medication (i.e. steroids) or diagnosed with a condition (i.e. sleep apnea) that influences activity, sleep, and/or cognition
* Recent hospitalization or injury that prevents normal physical activity
* Pregnant
* Currently enrolled in an exercise program or currently using a personal activity monitoring device like Fitbit
* Taking medications or diagnosed with a condition that influences activity, glucose metabolism, and/or cognition.

Where it's running

  • USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine
    Houston, Texas, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.