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Race-Based Stress Reduction and Resilience Program for African-American Women

RiSE LogoJoin this important research study to examine the effectiveness of an eight-week stress reduction program for older African-American women. To learn more, contact one of our locations or fill out the form below.

In Chicago:
Loyola University Chicago
Email: RiSEstudy@LUC.edu
Phone: 773.508.3990

In New York:
Columbia University
Email: Son_RiSEstudy@cumc.columbia.edu
Phone: 347.978.2871

Study Requirements

  • African-American female between 50-75 years old
  • No history of heart attack or stroke
  • Have at least one risk factor for heart disease, such as being overweight, having high cholesterol, diabetes, or high blood pressure, and/or taking medication for high blood pressure
  • Post-menopausal (no period for at least 12 months)

Study Specifics

  • Agree to participate in an eight-week online stress reduction class. Classes will meet weekly for two hours in the evening.
  • Complete surveys and provide saliva samples at four clinic visits
  • Does not require medication use
  • Will not interfere or change youre medical care
  • Confidential

Participants may receive up to $500 for their time.

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To find out if you are eligible to participate in the study, please complete the survey here and someone from the study team will contact you.

Race-Based Stress Reduction and Resilience Program for African-American Women

RiSE LogoJoin this important research study to examine the effectiveness of an eight-week stress reduction program for older African-American women. To learn more, contact one of our locations or fill out the form below.

In Chicago:
Loyola University Chicago
Email: RiSEstudy@LUC.edu
Phone: 773.508.3990

In New York:
Columbia University
Email: Son_RiSEstudy@cumc.columbia.edu
Phone: 347.978.2871

Study Requirements

  • African-American female between 50-75 years old
  • No history of heart attack or stroke
  • Have at least one risk factor for heart disease, such as being overweight, having high cholesterol, diabetes, or high blood pressure, and/or taking medication for high blood pressure
  • Post-menopausal (no period for at least 12 months)

Study Specifics

  • Agree to participate in an eight-week online stress reduction class. Classes will meet weekly for two hours in the evening.
  • Complete surveys and provide saliva samples at four clinic visits
  • Does not require medication use
  • Will not interfere or change youre medical care
  • Confidential

Participants may receive up to $500 for their time.

Loyola School of Nursing and Columbia School of Nursing Logos

 

To find out if you are eligible to participate in the study, please complete the survey here and someone from the study team will contact you.