Telehealth program to improve vaccine uptake in Southeastern Louisiana
Using a Telehealth and Shared Decision-Making Model to Address Preventative Medicine Strategies Among Communities in Louisiana
NA · Xavier University of Louisiana. · NCT05676970
This study is testing a telehealth program that combines wellness education with vaccination counseling to see if it can help people in Southeastern Louisiana, especially those in high-risk groups, get more COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 360 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Xavier University of Louisiana. (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (New Orleans, Louisiana) |
| Trial ID | NCT05676970 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on addressing vaccine hesitancy through a telehealth model that combines wellness education with vaccination counseling. Over a period of 24-30 months, individuals will be randomized into two groups: one receiving wellness education only and the other receiving additional vaccination education. The study aims to recruit 525 participants from high-risk industries, particularly targeting African-American and Hispanic individuals from semi-rural or rural communities. The primary goal is to increase completion rates of COVID-19 vaccinations, while also monitoring influenza vaccine uptake.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 65 who are currently employed or seeking training in high-risk industries and have incomplete vaccination status.
Not a fit: Patients who have already completed their COVID-19 vaccinations or have documented allergies to the vaccines may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase vaccination rates among vulnerable populations, thereby improving public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies addressing vaccine hesitancy, this specific telehealth approach targeting high-risk industries and social determinants of health is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults aged 18 years to 55 years of age 2. Able to speak English 3. Currently employed or seeking training in target industries such as: healthcare, education, beauty, hospitality, food (culinary) and industrial plant workers. 4. Able to use Telehealth technology via tablet, cell phone, or computer Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Individuals who are unable to give informed consent.
Where this trial is running
New Orleans, Louisiana
- Xavier University of Louisiana — New Orleans, Louisiana, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sara Al-Dahir, PhD — Xavier University of Louisiana.
- Study coordinator: Sara Al-Dahir, PharmD, PhD
- Email: saaldah@xula.edu
- Phone: 5045205766
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: Preventative Medicine, Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Medication Compliance, Nutrition, Exercise