Pharmacist and community worker support to control high blood pressure in older adults
Tests pharmacist counseling with or without community health workers for high blood pressure.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: The "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension" Study is a 24-month Randomized Trial in Houston Targeting African Americans Aged 55+. It Combines Pharmacist Counseling and CHW Support to Improve Blood Pressure Control in Hypertension Management.
Key facts
- Where
- Houston, United StatesSee the site
Where in United States
- 3100 Cleburne Street, Nabrit Science Building,Houston, United StatesTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Texas Southern University
- Trial code
- NCT07413159
- Record updated
- 13 April 2026
- Original description
The proposed study, "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults," is a randomized clinical trial designed to improve blood pressure control among African American adults aged 55 years and older in the Greater Houston area. Hypertension disproportionately affects African Americans, contributing to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and stroke. This project aims to improve clinical and behavioral outcomes through a 24-month intervention combining pharmacist-led counseling and Community Health Worker (CHW) support.Read full original descriptionShow less
Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults (#Check, Monitor, Control)
The proposed study, "Check, Monitor, Control Hypertension in Older African American Adults," is a randomized clinical trial designed to improve blood pressure control among African American adults aged 55 years and older in the Greater Houston area. Hypertension disproportionately affects African Americans, contributing to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and stroke. This project aims to improve clinical and behavioral outcomes through a 24-month intervention combining pharmacist-led counseling and Community Health Worker (CHW) support.
Inclusion: Individuals are eligible to the study if they are:; 55 years or older; Have at least 2 high blood pressure readings ≥ 130/80 mmHg within one month; Past Medical History of hypertension > 1 year; Taking at least 1 antihypertensive medication; Independent Activities of Daily Livings (ADL) and instrumental Activities of Daily Livings (iADL); Have a SmartPhone; Live within the Greater Houston Metropolitan Areas; Able to speak English.
Exclusion: Unable to verbalize comprehension of study or impaired cognitive function (e.g. dementia); Not able to monitor blood pressure at home; Plans to relocate outside Houston within the next year.