Counseling and Support for High Blood Pressure Management
The "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension" Study is a 24-month Randomized Trial in Houston Targeting African Americans Aged 55+. It Combines Pharmacist Counseling and CHW Support to Improve Blood Pressure Control in Hypertension Management.
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
55 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
480 (estimated)
Sponsor
Texas Southern University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for African American adults aged 55 and older with high blood pressure. Participants will receive counseling from pharmacists and support from community health workers over two years to help better manage their blood pressure.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am 55 years or older
I have high blood pressure readings of 130/80 mmHg or higher
I have a history of high blood pressure for over a year
I am taking at least one medication for high blood pressure
I can do everyday activities independently
I have a smartphone
I live in the Greater Houston area
I can speak English
You may not be able to join if
I cannot understand this study or have difficulty thinking clearly
I am unable to monitor my blood pressure at home
I plan to move outside of Houston within the next year
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can
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The proposed study, "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults," is a randomized clinical trial designed to improve blood pressure control among African American adults aged 55 years and older in the Greater Houston area. Hypertension disproportionately affects African Americans, contributing to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and stroke. This project aims to imp…
The proposed study, "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults," is a randomized clinical trial designed to improve blood pressure control among African American adults aged 55 years and older in the Greater Houston area. Hypertension disproportionately affects African Americans, contributing to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and stroke. This project aims to improve clinical and behavioral outcomes through a 24-month intervention combining pharmacist-led counseling and Community Health Worker (CHW) support.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Individuals are eligible to the study if they are:
* 55 years or older
* Have at least 2 high blood pressure readings ≥ 130/80 mmHg within one month
* Past Medical History of hypertension \> 1 year
* Taking at least 1 antihypertensive medication
* Independent Activities of Dail…
Inclusion Criteria:
Individuals are eligible to the study if they are:
* 55 years or older
* Have at least 2 high blood pressure readings ≥ 130/80 mmHg within one month
* Past Medical History of hypertension \> 1 year
* Taking at least 1 antihypertensive medication
* Independent Activities of Daily Livings (ADL) and instrumental Activities of Daily Livings (iADL)
* Have a SmartPhone
* Live within the Greater Houston Metropolitan Areas
* Able to speak English
Exclusion criteria:
* Unable to verbalize comprehension of study or impaired cognitive function (e.g. dementia)
* Not able to monitor blood pressure at home
* Plans to relocate outside Houston within the next year
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