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Virtual Care Trial for Alcohol Use Disorder: Testing Telephone and Digital Interventions to Improve Treatment Access

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15 Apr 2026

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University of Michigan researchers are testing virtual care strategies including telephone and digital portal interventions to improve treatment access for alcohol use disorder. The 362-participant trial evaluates whether technology-driven approaches can overcome traditional barriers to AUD treatment.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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