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FACE-APPS-Based Approach for Improving Iron Deficiency Anaemia Indicators Among Female Adolescents at Marginalized Communities: A Randomized Control Trial
Led by Cairo University · Updated on 2026-06-08
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
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Sponsors
C
Cairo University
Lead Sponsor
P
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effect of the Face-to-face Assisted Counselling with Enhanced Application School-Based Approach (FACE-APPS-Based Approach) on anemia indicators among female adolescents. This trial focuses on adolescent girls aged 14 to 17 years with low hemoglobin and serum ferritin levels, aiming to address iron deficiency anemia in marginalized communities. The study is a prospective, randomized controlled trial designed to generate evidence on behavioral and biological outcomes. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group or control group. The intervention group will receive 8 face-to-face counseling sessions at school, each lasting 60 to 90 minutes, along with 8 modules of a mobile application designed for self-learning. Counseling and app modules are delivered biweekly over 4 months, supported by app reminders and peer group discussions. The control group will receive standard care involving diagnosis and referral. Participants will have their hemoglobin and serum ferritin levels measured at baseline, after 4 months of intervention, and at a 6-month follow-up to assess sustainability. Attendance at counseling sessions and completion of app modules will be tracked to assess engagement. Additional evaluations include a health promotion lifestyle profile. The total study duration includes baseline, intervention, and follow-up assessments, with safety and adherence monitored throughout.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
FACE-APPS-Based Approach for Improving Iron Deficiency Anaemia Indicators Among Female Adolescents at Marginalized Communities: A Randomized Control Trial
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adolescent females aged 14 to 17 years
- Currently attending high school
- Hemoglobin levels below 12 mg/dL and serum ferritin levels below 15 µg/L
You will not qualify if you...
- Adolescents with other causes of anemia such as thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, or malaria
- Adolescents with chronic diseases affecting iron metabolism or severe illnesses
- Pregnant females
- Adolescents with gastrointestinal ulcers, colon polyps, cancers, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, or prior gastric bypass surgery
- Conditions interfering with active participation in the study activities or treatments
- Severe illnesses that may affect participation
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 4 months
Participants receive 8 counseling sessions and complete 8 digital learning modules delivered biweekly over 4 months to improve iron deficiency anemia indicators.
Biweekly visits for counseling sessions and digital modules
Duration - 6 months
Participants are assessed 6 months after completing the intervention to evaluate the sustainability of improvements.
1 follow-up visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Administration of Education, Secondary Schools
Wadi Addawasir, Wadi Addawasir Governorate, Saudi Arabia, 11991
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Research Team
M
Mahmoud Ahmed Elsheikh, PhD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
PREVENTION
Number of Arms
2
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