SMS Maama Project COVID-19

Study Results

Results pending

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

248 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2021-09-28

Study Completion Date

2021-10-21

Brief Summary

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The study's purpose is to demonstrate the ability of an mHealth platform as a feasible way of sharing information in a time of restricted movement in order to inform future studies.

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Detailed Description

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The primary objective of this trial is to assess whether an mHealth platform increases maternal health knowledge in the areas of birth preparedness, pregnancy, and birth complications as measured by the pre- and post-surveys in comparison to routine antenatal care.

The secondary objectives of this trial are;

1. To provide knowledge of COVID-19 symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, and treatment, in a time of social distancing and learning.
2. To improve access and linkages to maternal health services and information as well as provide appropriate referrals for pregnant females.
3. Inform the adoption of mHealth into future health delivery plans.

Conditions

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Pregnancy Complications Birth Injuries

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

PREVENTION

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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Intervention

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Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

mHealth Platform

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

All participants randomized to the intervention group will receive 2-4 informational texts each week and will also receive interactive health screening questions throughout enrollment. A participant will also receive appointment reminder texts. All SMS text messages will be transmitted through a local organization known as The Medical Concierge Group (TMCG) via an electronic system that allows for bulk messaging. TMCG also staffs a 24-hour call line for those using TMCG services to call in for medical related questions. This call line is staffed by doctors and nurses; SMS Maama participants randomized to the interventional group will be able to access this call line free of charge as part of their enrollment in SMS Maama.

Routine Antenatal Care

Participants in this arm will receive no intervention.

Group Type NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

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mHealth Platform

All participants randomized to the intervention group will receive 2-4 informational texts each week and will also receive interactive health screening questions throughout enrollment. A participant will also receive appointment reminder texts. All SMS text messages will be transmitted through a local organization known as The Medical Concierge Group (TMCG) via an electronic system that allows for bulk messaging. TMCG also staffs a 24-hour call line for those using TMCG services to call in for medical related questions. This call line is staffed by doctors and nurses; SMS Maama participants randomized to the interventional group will be able to access this call line free of charge as part of their enrollment in SMS Maama.

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Own a personal mobile phone
* Attend ANC at Kisenyi Health Centre IV, Kawempe Hospital or Rubaga Hospital
* Are at least 24-26 weeks estimated gestational age
* Literate in English or Luganda
* Capable of sending/receiving text messages