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NCT07021144
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VA|PREVENTION: Randomized Controlled Trial of a Person-Centred Digital Intervention to Prevent Diabetes in High-Risk Adults

Sponsor: Egas Moniz - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL

View on ClinicalTrials.gov

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to help prevent the development of type 2 diabetes (T2D) in adults who are at risk. The study will test a digital intervention called VA\|PREVENTION, a web application designed to support and promote healthy behaviour changes known has T2D risk factors, such as physical activity, diet, and sedentary behaviuor. The main questions this study will explore are:• Is the VA\|PREVENTION web app, which includes a virtual human coach, effective in preventing type 2 diabetes?• Can the VA\|PREVENTION web app be successfully implemented in real-world settings?• Is the VA\|PREVENTION web app cost-effective?• Is it safe for participants to use?To answer these questions, the study team will compare the VA\|PREVENTION web app to an openly available guidebook that provides standard information about preventing type 2 diabetes.Participants will complete the following activities: * Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group will use the VA\|PREVENTION app, while the other group will have access to an openly accessible guidebook on T2D prevention. * Participants will be in the study for 10 months. * Participants will be assessed at the start of the study (baseline), and again at 4 months and 10 months. * Assessments will include body measurements (such as weight, height, and waist circumference), physical activity levels, and responses to questionnaires.

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - Any

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

180

Start Date

2025-06-03

Completion Date

2026-11-25

Last Updated

2026-02-19

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

VA|PREVENTION web application (digital intervention)

VA\|PREVENTION web app, a digital intervention incorporating behaviour change techniques delivered by a Virtual Human Coach (VHC), educational content and progress tracking via a dashboard.

BEHAVIORAL

Type 2 Diabetes Guidebook

T2D prevention guidebook, an educational material that include standard guidelines on healthy eating and the importance of regular physical activity and reduction of sedentary behaviour.

Locations (16)

USF Cova da Piedade

Almada, Almada, Portugal

USF Rosinha

Seixal, Amora, Portugal

USF Charneca do Sol

Almada, Charneca Da Caparica, Portugal

USF Inovar

Almada, Corroios, Portugal

USF Saúde Laranjeiro

Almada, Fernão Ferro, Portugal

USF Vista Tejo

Almada, Monte Da Caparica, Portugal

Farmácia Alvide

Alcabideche, Portugal

Farmácia da Ramalha

Almada, Portugal

Farmácia Largo do Coreto

Almada, Portugal

Farmácia Nuno Álvares

Almada, Portugal

USF São João do Pragal

Almada, Portugal

Farmácia Romeiro

Amadora, Portugal

Farmácia Santa Marta

Barreiro, Portugal

Farmácia Vale Fetal

Caparica, Portugal

USF Costa do Mar

Costa da Caparica, Portugal

Farmácia Quinta da Luz

Lisbon, Portugal