Mask effects on walking distance and vital signs
This study tests how wearing a mask affects how far you can walk and your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels. It may help understand if masks change exercise performance in healthy young adults.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 24 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is under 30.
- You do not have any known medical conditions.
- You are not taking any prescription medications except birth control pills.
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not use drugs, cigarettes, or alcohol, and your blood pressure is not too high (below 160/100).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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