Clinical Trials
As part of an academic medical center, the Department of Preventive Medicine aims to improve the human health through scientific research, and clinical trials play a major role. Clinical trials test or study drugs, surgical procedures, medical devices or interventions with human subjects. They look to determine their safety and effectiveness in relation to treating specific diseases.
Browse our active clinical trials below, and visit the Clinical Trials Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
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NIH All of Us Research Program Precision Medicine Initiative® Precision Medicine Initiative Cohort Program Healthcare Provider Organization Enrollment Centers… Research Program in Illinois. The mission of this ambitious National Institutes of Health (NIH) initiative is to speed up health research and medical breakthroughs. To do this, the All of Us Research Program is asking one million people to lead the way to provide the types of information that can help us create individualized prevention, treatment, and care for all of us. Visit nm.org/joinallofus to learn more and enroll. WHATARE THE BENEFITS OF JOINING? · · · WHATWOULD I NEED TO DO? · · · Visit an All of Us Participant Center for physical measurements (bloodpressure, height, weight, waist/hip, & heart rate) and biosamples (blood& urine) Participants receive a $25 payment for completing all researchcomponents.You will also receive a voucher for free parking. Copy Study URL to Clipboard Copy |
Evaluating the EVO treatment optimized for resource constraintsEVO is a 12-month healthy lifestyle and weight loss research study taking place in the Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University. Researchers are looking to determine the best strategy for weight loss and healthy living. Participants enroll in the 12-month study and receive a free 6-month … EVO is a 12-month healthy lifestyle and weight loss research study taking place in the Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University. Researchers are looking to determine the best strategy for weight loss and healthy living. Participants enroll in the 12-month study and receive a free 6-month health program. Eligibility CriteriaYou are between the ages of 18 - 70 years old. You are NOT currently pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.You do NOT have an unstable medical condition.You own an Android or iPhone smartphone.You are willing to track your lifestyle behaviors for 6 months, and attend remote sessions with study staff over the course of 12 months. Location(s)
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OPT2MOVEAbout the StudyOpt2Move is a 6-month smartphone-based study to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors become more active.What’s involved? AssessmentsComplete before starting study and at 3 and 6 months: 45-min online surveyWear activity monitor 24/7 for 7 days You will be compensated for … About the Study Opt2Move is a 6-month smartphone-based study to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors become more active. What’s involved? Assessments Complete before starting study and at 3 and 6 months:
Physical Activity Program All Participants
How can I learn more? For questions: Phone: 312-503-3465; Email: O2M@nm.org To complete online screening: https://redcap.link/O2M Eligibility Criteria Who can participate?
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STELLARThe STELLAR Program is a healthy lifestyle telehealth program designed for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, completed active treatment, and have 2 or 3 of the following health behaviors: 1) have a BMI of 25 or greater, 2) perform less than 90 minutes a week of moderate or … The STELLAR Program is a healthy lifestyle telehealth program designed for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, completed active treatment, and have 2 or 3 of the following health behaviors: 1) have a BMI of 25 or greater, 2) perform less than 90 minutes a week of moderate or vigorous physical activity, 3) currently smoke. Our central mission is to increase the accessibility of equitable health support and resources for cancer survivors within Northwestern Medicine’s network. Spanning over the course of 12 months, trial participants are randomly assigned to one of two distinct study arms. One arm involves telehealth sessions with a health promotionist, fostering a close and supportive partnership between participants and health coaches across a sequence of 16 remote sessions. The second arm offers a self-guided avenue, empowering participants with personalized tools for self-paced progress. Eligibility Criteria
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