Plain-English translation of NCT06128928 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This study is testing a program called REDES (which means 'Networks') that uses peer power to fight vaccine hesitancy. The idea is simple: if you've been vaccinated, you'll learn how to have caring, nonjudgmental conversations with your friends and family who haven't gotten the vaccine yet—using proven techniques to address their concerns and answer their questions.
Many Latino communities in Maryland have lower COVID-19 vaccination rates, and some people have understandable questions or concerns about the vaccine. This study is testing whether trusted friends and family members can be more effective at addressing these concerns than traditional health information alone.
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If you're invited as a vaccinated 'index' participant, you'll receive training from community health workers on how to have supportive conversations about vaccines. If you're invited as someone unvaccinated, a friend or family member in the study will reach out to you, and you may choose to get vaccinated. All participants will be checked in with at 6, 12, and 18 months to see how things are going and to share feedback about what helped or what barriers they faced.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 6, 2026 · Not medical advice
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