Glucose Variability and Cognition in Prediabetes (NCT04201600)
Relations of Glucose Variability with Cognitive Function and Functional Status Among Older Adults At Risk for Diabetes
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study examines the association of variability in glucose values over a 10-day period with cognitive function and functional status among individuals with prediabetes, aged 50 or older.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (2 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (9 items).
Location: Baltimore VA Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) — Baltimore, Maryland
Age range: 50 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosed type 1 or type 2 diabetes
- Current use of mediation for diabetes (oral hypoglycemic agents, insulin), or with diabetic properties (e.g., steroids)
- Chronic disorders (cardiovascular disease, peripheral vascular disease, stroke, transient ischemic attack, chronic kidney disease, past year cancer)
- Neurological disorders (e.g., Parkinson's, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis)
- History of dementia or suspected dementia
- Known HIV
- Serious mental illness, psychosis, or use of psychotropic medication
- Heavy alcohol use
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Baltimore VA Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) — Baltimore, Maryland
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (410) 605-7179
Email: Kathleen.Simpson@va.gov
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.