Retirement study for vascular health
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help people lower their risk of heart and blood vessel problems around the time of retirement. It uses text messages and PDF materials on a mobile device to encourage physical activity and healthy habits.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are employed by or recently retired from London Health Sciences Centre or Western University.
- If retired, you are within two years before or after your retirement date.
- You are either a primary participant or the spouse/cohabitating partner of one.
- You have access to a mobile device that can receive texts and view PDFs.
- You are able to safely do light-to-moderate physical activity.
- You can provide informed consent and read English.
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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