Pharmacist-led support to reduce hospital readmissions
This study tests whether support from a pharmacist, using digital tools like apps or texts, can help you manage your health after leaving the hospital and reduce the chance of coming back. If you qualify, you'll get extra guidance on your medications and follow-up care.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years of age or older
- You live in the city of Porto Alegre, Brazil
- You are currently hospitalized at Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre
- You have a qualifying health condition such as asthma, COPD, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, angina, heart failure, stroke, or diabetes
- You can be reached by telephone for follow-up
- You are not participating in another conflicting clinical trial
- You do not have language or cognitive barriers that cannot be overcome with a caregiver's help
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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