Study #2017-0827
A Peer and Family-Based Approach to Obesity in African American Families
MD Anderson Study Status
Enrolling
Treatment Agent
Description
This study tests the effectiveness of parent and family oriented support interventions that are designed to help with weight loss among African American families. Obesity tends to run in families, thus family based interventions, with parents as main change agents have been strongly recommended. The parent and family oriented support Interventions may help facilitate weight loss among African American families.
Resources and Links
Phone Number: 1-877-MDA-6789
Information and next steps
Disease:
Obesity-Related Malignant Neoplasm
Study phase:
Not applicable
Physician name:
Lorna McNeill
Department:
Health Disparities Research
For general questions about clinical trials:
1-877-211-1427
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