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Effectiveness of an automated text message intervention for weight management in postpartum women with overweight or obesity (Supporting MumS (SMS)): a UK wide, multicentre, two arm, parallel group, randomised controlled trial.

2026-03-06 public and global health Title + abstract only
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Objective To test the effectiveness of a postpartum behavioural intervention delivered by automated text messaging in reducing weight. Design Two parallel group, multicentre, randomised controlled trial. Setting Recruitment from five areas across the United Kingdom (Belfast, Bradford, Stirling, London and Cardiff) through healthcare and community pathways, including social media. Participants A diverse sample of 892 women between 6 weeks and 24 months postpartum, aged 18 years or more and with a...

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