Asthma Attack study: Austin Air Cleaner
Official title Cost Effective Air Filtration Intervention in Low-Income Housing to Reduce Asthma Morbidity
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07116460
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out whether a cost‑effective HEPA filter can reduce indoor particulate matter and improve asthma symptoms and lung inflammation in children.
- Who it's for
- Children who have asthma and live in low‑income homes in East Harlem, New York City.
- What's involved
- Participants will have a HEPA air cleaner installed in their home, continuous air‑quality monitoring, and will undergo breathing tests (exhaled nitric‑oxide and lung function) before and during the year after installation.
- Time commitment
- The study runs for about one year, with periodic home visits for monitoring and clinic visits for the breathing tests.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 7 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Age 7-18 years
- Asthma symptoms in the past 4 weeks
- Resident in lower-income housing in NYC Northern Manhattan and South Bronx
You likely can't join if
- Inability to successfully perform spirometry maneuver or FeNO test
- Family planning to move in the next year
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 7 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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