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.
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Conditions studied: Hypertension
In brief
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.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07413159
- Run by
- Texas Southern University
- People needed
- 480
- Starts
- 2026-06-01
- Expected to finish
- 2030-05-31
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-04-13
Who can join
Age: 55 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- 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
You may not qualify if…
- 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
Where it is running
- 3100 Cleburne Street, Nabrit Science Building, — Houston, Texas, United States (enrolling)
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