Drug Development
LatAm-FINGERS Trial Overview
The LatAm-FINGERS trial is a groundbreaking clinical study involving participants from 12 Latin American countries. This trial focuses on providing inclusive and diverse recruitment, especially for underserved populations.
Methodology
This trial is a multicenter randomized study that assesses a lifestyle intervention designed for the Latin American community. Key features include:
- Culturally Sensitive Recruitment: Utilizes social media, community outreach, and partnerships with religious groups.
- Comprehensive Intervention: Includes diet, physical exercise, cognitive training, and health coaching.
- Engagement Strategies: Uses moderated chat groups, local dietary adaptations, cultural celebrations, and personalized video tutorials to keep participants motivated.
Results
Despite facing challenges like transportation and safety issues, the trial successfully reached a diverse group of participants. As of now, 1186 participants have been enrolled, with an average age of 69 years and varied ethnic backgrounds including:
- 57.1% Mestizo
- 27.7% White
- 5.5% Mixed
- 2% Black
- 1% Native American
- 5.7% Other
Conclusion
The initial results of the LatAm-FINGERS trial demonstrate that conducting intervention studies in diverse populations is feasible. This highlights the need for effective recruitment strategies to engage underrepresented groups, significantly advancing Alzheimer’s disease research.
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