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February 26, 2026American Journal of Men s HealthOpen Access

Engaging and Recruiting Black Men With Stroke or TIA in a Randomized Clinical Trial Conducted: Addressing Research Barriers and Developing Solutions for Successful Engagement

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MSMartha SajatovicCSCarolyn StillBLBeth Lute

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Overview

The report describes a clinical trial testing an approach to reduce stroke risk in Black men, suggesting solutions to increase engagement.

Key Points

  • This research aims to improve recruitment and engagement of Black men with stroke or TIA in clinical trials by identifying barriers and solutions.
  • Conducted a survey to identify barriers to research engagement at macro-, mediator-, and micro-levels.
  • Utilized community events both in-person and virtual to reach potential participants.
  • Provided ride-share services and transportation support to overcome mobility challenges.
  • Implemented remote assessments to accommodate men with functional impairments.
  • Identified unawareness of the study as the primary macro-level barrier.
  • Increased participant engagement through tailored outreach methods.
  • Successfully addressed transportation and access issues through ride-share and financial support.

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Sajatovic et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699fe3ec95ddcd3a253e7fd2https://doi.org/10.1177/15579883261424111
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