Clinical Research Directory

Immune-Mitochondrial Correction in Military Recruits

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new immune-mitochondrial correction strategy works better than standard vitamins to prevent infections in young male military recruits during their first 6 months of service. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does the new strategy lower the number of recruits who get infections (like colds, flu, or pneumonia) over 6 months? 2. Does the new strategy improve how well the immune cells work, specifically their mitochondria (the power source inside cells)? Researchers will compare: * Control group (100 participants): Standard multivitamin taken once a day for 30 days * Experimental group (100 participants): New strategy (sodium nucleinate, magnesium, vitamin B6, and vitamin D 5000 IU) taken as 3 tablets once a day for 30 days to see if the new strategy lowers infection rates more than standard vitamins. Who can take part: Healthy male military recruits aged 18-27 years who are starting their initial training at the Military Clinical Hospital in Almaty, Kazakhstan. What participants will do: Participants will be placed into one of the two groups by chance (like flipping a coin). They will: * Take study pills once a day for 30 days * Have blood draws 3 times over 6 months (baseline, 1 month, and 6 months) * Have daily health checks by medical staff * Complete quality of life questionnaires What we will measure: * Number of participants who get infections during 6 months * How well the mitochondria in immune cells work (from blood samples) * Immune system status * Stress and adaptation levels * Vitamin D and other blood markers Risks and benefits: The risks are very low. Participants may have mild discomfort or a small bruise from blood draws. All study pills are approved and registered in Kazakhstan. There is no direct benefit to participants, but they will receive extra medical monitoring. The indirect benefit is helping develop a better prevention program to protect future recruits. Where the study is taking place: Military Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty, Kazakhstan. Study duration: January 2027 to December 2028.

Health Behavior Change in High-Risk Colorectal Cancer Individuals

Background Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern. For individuals identified as being at high risk for developing this disease, adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors is a powerful way to lower that risk. However, starting and maintaining these new habits can be challenging. This study aims to test a comprehensive support program designed to help high-risk individuals make and sustain these positive health behavior changes. Purpose The main goal of this research is to see if a specially designed 12-week health promotion program can effectively help high-risk individuals improve their lifestyle (e.g., diet, exercise, smoking/alcohol use), increase their knowledge about colorectal cancer, and strengthen their confidence and motivation to stay healthy. Study Groups Participants in this study will be randomly assigned (like flipping a coin) to one of two groups: 1. The Intervention Group: This group will take part in the 12-week health promotion program. 2. The Control Group: This group will receive general health information or standard care but will not participate in the special program. Procedures The program for the Intervention Group includes: * Educational Workshops: Five in-person group sessions to learn about cancer prevention, create personal health plans, and solve problems with others. * Online Support: Regular health articles and tips sent through a private WeChat group. * Daily Check-ins: Using the WeChat group for simple daily check-ins on exercise, fruit/vegetable intake, and smoking/alcohol use to build habit. * Peer Support: Being paired with a "health buddy" and interacting with other participants for motivation. All participants will be asked to complete several questionnaires at the beginning of the study, during the program, and after it ends (at 3 months) to measure their knowledge, beliefs, and lifestyle habits. Duration The active program lasts for 12 weeks. Potential Benefits Participants in the Intervention Group may benefit from improved health habits, a better understanding of how to reduce their cancer risk, and increased social support. Participants in the control group will receive general health information. If they wish, they will receive the same health materials and behavioral change intervention as the intervention group after the intervention concludes.