Medical TV series to raise awareness about brain tapeworm infection
Part of Brain & nervous system, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether watching a medical TV drama on Netflix can help young adults learn more about neurocysticercosis, a brain infection caused by a tapeworm. If you are between 18 and 35 and enjoy watching shows, you might help researchers understand how entertainment can improve health knowledge.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old
- You can read and understand English well
- You have a stable internet connection and a device like a smartphone, tablet, or computer
- You have access to Netflix
- You do not have medical or health science training or education
- You have never been diagnosed with neurocysticercosis and have not taken part in any previous awareness programs about it
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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