CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDY
Two conditions. One honest conversation.
For adults in Wisconsin managing both a lung condition and heart disease, research opportunities may be worth a look.
About this study
Managing a lung condition and heart disease at the same time is a different kind of hard. It is not one thing to track — it is two sets of medications, two sets of specialists, and two reasons to worry on a rough day. Most people in that situation are not looking for false hope. They are looking for honest information.
For some adults living with both of these conditions in Wisconsin, clinical research opportunities exist. Research teams working in this area are experienced with the complexity that comes with managing lung and heart health together. They are not here to replace your current care team — your regular doctors stay in place.
Finding out whether a research opportunity might be right for you takes only a few minutes and does not commit you to anything. A team member reviews your responses and reaches out to answer questions before you decide anything at all.
At a glance
Wisconsin-Based
Research visits take place at a clinical site in Wisconsin.
Both Conditions Welcome
Research teams here work with people managing lung and heart conditions together.
No Pressure to Continue
Completing the questionnaire does not commit you to anything.
Diagnosis Not Required
A prior COPD diagnosis may not be needed — the research team can help clarify.
What participation involves
- Complete a short online questionnaire to see whether research opportunities in this area may be a fit — takes only a few minutes.
- Speak with a research team member who will walk through your questions before you make any decisions.
- Attend a screening visit at the local study site where the team reviews your breathing and health history in detail.
- Complete breathing tests at the site so the research team can better understand your lung function.
- Provide blood samples and answer short questionnaires about your symptoms and daily activities at study visits.
- Use an electronic diary between visits to share brief updates on how you are feeling from day to day.
Eligibility criteria
- Adults living with a chronic lung condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, or chronic bronchitis
- Adults who also have a history of heart disease
- Current or former cigarette smokers
- People who are interested in learning more about research studies in this area
Additional medical criteria apply. Complete the short questionnaire and a research team member will review your responses privately to discuss whether a research opportunity may be right for you.
Take part
Research involving adults managing both lung conditions and heart disease helps build a clearer picture of how these two conditions affect each other over time.
See If You QualifySee if you qualify
Answer a few short questions and a research team member will follow up privately to talk through whether a research opportunity may be a fit for you.
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