Obesity Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
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Who might be able to join this trial:
Phase 1 (Adult participants)
- People aged 18 or older
- People who identify as Hispanic or Latino
- People who have sought or used services at the VDS or MHU (confirm with trial site for details on these services)
- People who are a parent or primary caregiver for at least one child aged 8–12 living in their home
- People who are overweight (BMI 25–29.9) or obese (BMI over 30), measured in person or by self-report
- People who own a mobile phone that can receive text messages
- People who own an internet-connected device (such as a phone or tablet) that can make video calls
- People who agree to have their participation audio-recorded
Phase 2 (Adult/parent participants)
- The same criteria as Phase 1 apply, with the addition that BMI may be measured remotely
Phase 2 (Child participants)
- Children aged 8–12 years old
- Children whose parent or primary caregiver is eligible for and taking part in Phase 2 of the trial
Who may not be able to join:
Phase 1 (Adult participants)
- People who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant
- People living with a chronic illness such as cancer, kidney disease, or liver disease that may affect their diet or ability to take part (note: people with high blood pressure or diabetes may still be considered eligible)
- People who follow strict dietary restrictions, such as a liquid-only diet, that could affect their participation
- People who have a household member who has already joined or agreed to join this study
- People who previously took part in related studies such as COMIDA, SANOS, or Family COMIDA, or any related focus groups
- People who work for or alongside the VDS or MHU
- People with a cognitive impairment, such as dementia or delirium, that would make it difficult to meaningfully consent to or take part in the study (as assessed by the study team)
Phase 2 (Adult/parent participants)
- All of the same exclusions as Phase 1 apply
- Women who are currently breastfeeding
- People with physical limitations, such as mobility issues, that may prevent them from increasing their physical activity levels (such as increasing daily steps)
Phase 2 (Child participants)
- Children who follow strict dietary restrictions, such as a liquid-only diet, that could affect their participation
- Children who have physical limitations, such as mobility issues, that may prevent them from taking part in physical activity
- Children who have an eating disorder
- Children who are underweight
Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.
Based on publicly available eligibility criteria from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before acting. This is not medical advice.
Contact this trial
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Leng, MD, MPH, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Phone: 646-888-8057
Contact details sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before attending.
GP referral letter
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Trial details
Where this trial is recruiting
Primary endpoints
Percentage weight loss from baseline among participants
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Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 23 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.