Indoor humidity and heat safety in older adults
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how indoor humidity during a heat wave affects older adults, especially those with high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. Your participation could help understand how to keep older people safe in hot weather.
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Who can take part
- You do not smoke or vape
- You speak English or French
- You may have high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes that is stable
- No severe low blood sugar episodes in the past year
- No serious diabetes-related problems like kidney disease or nerve damage
- Your blood pressure is under 150/95
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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