Healthy Lifestyle Program for Well-Being in Latino Families
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Tu Salud Si Cuenta Intervention for improving well-being in Latino families?
The Tu Salud Si Cuenta Intervention has been shown to improve health outcomes related to chronic diseases like hypertension (high blood pressure) and obesity among low-income Latinos. In a study, participants with high exposure to the intervention had significant reductions in blood pressure and weight compared to those with low exposure, indicating its effectiveness in promoting healthier lifestyles.12345
Is the Healthy Lifestyle Program for Well-Being in Latino Families safe for participants?
The Tu Salud ¡Si Cuenta! intervention, which is similar to the Healthy Lifestyle Program, has been shown to improve health outcomes like blood pressure and weight loss among low-income Latinos without any reported safety concerns. This suggests that the program is generally safe for participants.13678
How is the Tu Salud Si Cuenta Intervention treatment different from other treatments for promoting well-being in Latino families?
The Tu Salud Si Cuenta Intervention is unique because it is specifically designed for Latino families, incorporating cultural values like Familism, which emphasizes family respect and togetherness. This culturally tailored approach addresses food insecurity and promotes a healthy lifestyle, making it distinct from more general interventions.39101112
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial studies how a program to encourage healthy behaviors (Tu Salud Si Cuenta) works to increase physical activity and healthy eating habits among Latino families. Improving physical activity and healthy eating habits may help in preventing cancer-related diseases and lead to a better quality of life among Latino families.
Research Team
Larkin Strong
Principal Investigator
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Eligibility Criteria
The trial is for Latino families with adults aged 18-65 who speak English or Spanish, live in specific Houston neighborhoods, and are physically able to do some exercise. They should eat less than 5 servings of fruits and veggies daily. Pregnant individuals or those considering pregnancy during the study can't participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Formative Research
Participants undergo immersive assessment to adapt the intervention, including home environment examination and interviews.
Pre-testing
Participants undergo two TSSC intervention sessions delivered at participants' homes by trained community health workers.
Intervention
Participants receive the TSSC intervention focusing on physical activity and healthy eating, involving six monthly home visits.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for the effectiveness of the intervention and its acceptability.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Tu Salud Si Cuenta Intervention
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Collaborator
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator