Reducing Anemia Among Preconception Women in Nepal Through a Group Norm and Micronutrient Supplementation Intervention
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · Jan 30, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of June 06, 2025
Not yet recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is studying a program called Sumadhur, which aims to improve the health and nutrition of newly married women in Nepal before they become pregnant. The focus is on reducing anemia and providing essential nutrients that are important for both maternal and child health. The program involves educational sessions for newly married women, their husbands, and mothers-in-law, covering topics like nutrition, gender roles, and household relationships. By empowering women and promoting better communication within families, the trial hopes to improve dietary habits and overall health before pregnancy.
To be eligible for the trial, women must be under 25 years old, newly married (within the last four months), never been pregnant, and living with their mother-in-law. Participants will take part in group sessions over four months where they will receive micronutrient supplements and learn about nutrition. Throughout the 18-month study, researchers will check their health through surveys and blood tests. This trial not only seeks to improve women's health but also to understand how changing household dynamics and social norms can lead to better health outcomes for mothers and their future children.
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • the newly married couple having been married in the last four months
- • women being under 25 years old
- • never pregnant and not currently pregnant
- • co-residing with the mother-in-law in a household as defined by sharing meals together.
- • all triad-household members must also be willing to participate
- • husbands must not be planning to migrate in the next 6 months.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Over 25, under 18 years old
- • Currently or ever pregnant
- • married more than 4 months before
- • not co-residing
- • not being willing to participate.
About University Of California, San Francisco
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a focus on translating scientific discoveries into effective therapies, UCSF collaborates with a diverse array of stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, industry partners, and patient communities. The university's research programs emphasize interdisciplinary approaches and leverage cutting-edge technology to address complex medical challenges. As a sponsor of clinical trials, UCSF is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and scientific rigor, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants while contributing to the broader medical knowledge base.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Kathmandu, , Nepal
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Nadia G Diamond-Smith, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of California, San Francisco
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported