Clinical trials
Social Determinants of Health clinical trials
Below are recruiting social determinants of health clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 40 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06431347Recruiting
Study on social factors in transplant care
This study looks at how social and financial challenges affect people getting a transplant or cell therapy at MD Anderson. Researchers want to talk to patients and their caregivers to better understand these challenges and improve care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07149350Enrolling by invitation
Food access and resource optimization study
This study tests whether a program that helps families access healthy food can improve their well-being. You may be able to join if you attend an information session and can commit to in-person workshops.
Jamaica Plain, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07534358Recruiting
VA and Community Care Coordination for Suicide Prevention
This study tests whether coordinated case management between VA and community care providers can better support veterans at risk for suicide. You'll work with a care coordinator who helps make sure your VA and non-VA doctors communicate and work together.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–80 - NCT07446374Recruiting
Maternal support services for new mothers
This study offers community-based support services for people who are pregnant or have recently given birth and receive care at Women and Infants Hospital. It aims to help mothers and their families during the perinatal period.
Pawtucket, Rhode IslandAges Any age - NCT05394363Recruiting
Victoria children birth-cohort study with parent/guardian consent
This study follows children born in a specific 2-year window and their parents or guardians over time. It helps researchers understand how children and families change as they grow, which can guide future health supports in Victoria.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 1 day+ - NCT06460116Recruiting
Helping Teens in Southeast Kansas Attend School More
This study tests a program that uses community health workers to help teens in Southeast Kansas who have missed a lot of school. The goal is to improve attendance and health.
Kansas City, KansasAges 12 years+ - NCT06732102Recruiting
Philly Heart Health Study: DECIDE+
This study tests a program to help Philadelphians with conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or weight concerns and unmet social needs (like food or housing) get better health support. You'll work with a community health worker to learn ways to improve your health.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 35–75 - NCT06908629Recruiting
Helping Detroit cancer survivors with social needs
This study looks at how social needs (like finding enough food) affect cancer survivors in the Detroit area. If you join, researchers will work to connect you with resources that might help.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07174466Recruiting
The e-SINCERE study: Improving connections with community services
This study tests a new way to connect patients with community services like food, housing, and health support. It helps researchers understand how patients use a screening tool and follow-up services.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT07278401Recruiting
Pharmacy program to connect you with health resources
This study tests whether community pharmacies can help connect people to resources that address social needs like housing, food, or transportation. If you go to a participating pharmacy in Erie County, you may be able to get support from a trained community health worker.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07646782Recruiting
Human Observatory Study: Aging and Longevity Research
This study observes how people age over time to better understand what helps people live longer and healthier lives. You'll share health information through surveys or online screening, and researchers will track changes in your health and wellbeing.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06591182Enrolling by invitation
How social factors affect IV iron treatment
This study looks at how things like where you live or your income might affect how well IV iron treatments work. It is for people getting certain types of IV iron.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06582147Enrolling by invitation
Social needs screening and support for NICU families
This study screens families of premature babies for social needs (like housing or food) and connects them to community resources. It aims to help mothers and their babies get the support they need after leaving the NICU.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06790641Recruiting
Supporting mental health during and after pregnancy
This study aims to improve mental health care for people during and after pregnancy. It involves interviews or focus groups with healthcare providers, peer mentors, and patients to understand how to make support services more helpful and accessible.
Shrewsbury, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT06872190Recruiting
CDS tool for opioid use disorder in the ED
This trial tests a clinical decision support tool for emergency department providers at UCSF. It helps doctors give better care that considers social needs alongside opioid use treatment. The study will ask providers and patients about how well this tool works.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05388097Recruiting
Quality program to reduce hospital readmissions for heart failure
This trial tests whether a new hospital “quality improvement” program can lower the chances of coming back to the hospital after being admitted for acute heart failure. It focuses on social needs (like resources and support) that can affect recovery and readmissions.
Olathe, KansasAges 18–99 - NCT06615973Recruiting
Stroke recovery and social factors study
This study looks at how social factors (like where you live or your income) might affect thinking and memory after a stroke. If you had a stroke before and joined a related study, you may be able to join this one.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT07390435Recruiting
Collecting social and economic data in CCTG cancer trials
This study looks at how well it works to collect information about patients' social and economic backgrounds during cancer clinical trials. If you are already in a CCTG trial or being screened for one, you may be asked to fill out a short questionnaire about things like your education, income, and housing.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06053333Recruiting
Social factors in liver, bile duct, and gallbladder cancer
This study looks at how social and economic factors (like income, housing, and support) affect people with liver, bile duct, or gallbladder cancer. The goal is to learn more about these factors to improve care and outcomes.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05843903Recruiting
Teen Mom study to test a new health approach
This study looks at whether a health program is practical and acceptable for pregnant teens who live in specific areas. It may help support healthier routines during pregnancy, with results that could improve future programs for teen moms.
Jackson, MississippiAges 15–19 - NCT06497569Recruiting
Support program for people with gastroesophageal cancer
This study offers remote nutrition guidance and support for people with gastroesophageal cancer who are starting chemotherapy or radiation. The goal is to help you stay strong and manage side effects during treatment.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06266663Recruiting
IBD study on social factors, medications, and quality of life
This study looks at how social and economic factors (like where you live and your access to care) affect medication use and quality of life for people with inflammatory bowel disease. By completing an online survey, you can help researchers understand these connections better.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07671209Recruiting
Cancer care support for patients with leukemia
This trial studies how screening for social needs (like housing, food, or transportation) and offering early help can improve care for adults with leukemia. It is for patients newly referred to a leukemia clinic.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06081517Recruiting
Study of fairness in genetic cancer testing
This study looks at how well precision medicine (treatments based on your tumor's genes) is used for people with cancer. Researchers want to see if there are differences in who gets this kind of testing and treatment, so they can make it more fair for everyone.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for social determinants of health?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 40 recruiting social determinants of health studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a social determinants of health trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a social determinants of health trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.