SMS Support for Diabetes Control Among Homeless Individuals
Texts for Diabetes Control Among Homeless Persons
- Age
- 21 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Health Services Research
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- George Washington University · Other
This trial is looking for homeless adults who have type 2 diabetes. Participants will receive text messages to help manage their diabetes.
You may be able to join if
- I am homeless and at least 21 years old.
- I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- My most recent HbA1c is 8% or higher.
- I can speak English or Spanish.
- I am connected to the study site's shelter-clinics for care.
You may not be able to join if
- I am pregnant or have given birth in the last 3 months.
- I have an uncontrolled severe illness.
- I have had a heart attack or stroke in the past 6 months.
- I cannot read or respond to texts.
- I cannot provide informed consent.
- I am receiving inpatient care for severe substance abuse.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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Check Your EligibilityThis mixed method study includes a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) and qualitative methods to assess the impact of a SMS text strategy in diabetes control among persons who experience homelessness.
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