WOMEN NEEDED FOR STUDY ON UNDERSTANDING HOT FLASHES

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Qingxue Zhang

Primary Investigator

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Janet Carpenter

Primary Investigator

WOMEN NEEDED FOR STUDY ON UNDERSTANDING HOT FLASHES

Overview

Researchers at the Indiana University School of Nursing are seeking females for a study to test a new monitor that can measure hot flashes.


Description

Who is Eligible
This study is looking for women who meet criteria for one of two groups:
Group #1
  • Females
  • Ages 18-35
  • Must have regular menstrual cycles and no hot flashes
Group #2
  • Females
  • Ages 45-60
  • Must be experiencing hot flashes
Both Groups (#1 and #2)
  • Must be fluent in English (read and write)
  • Must not pregnant or breast-feeding
  • Must not have Sjogren’s disease (disease associated with a loss of perspiration)
  • Must be willing to wear a small monitor on chest and provide feedback
What is Involved
  • Attend one 4-hr study visit at IUPUI campus in Indianapolis, IN
  • Wear a small monitor on your chestWrite down your activities (such as sitting, walking, or eating) every 30 minutes
Compensation
  • Participants will be mailed a $40 gift card after completing all of the study requirements.
 
 
You may also reach out to the research team directly by contacting Janet S. Carpenter, PhD, RN, FAAN at (317) 278-6093.

Eligibility

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    women,woman,female,females,adult,adults,hot flashes,hot flash,menopause
  • Age: Between 18 Years - 60 Years
  • Gender: Female

Who is Eligible
This study is looking for women who meet criteria for one of two groups:
Group #1
  • Females
  • Ages 18-35
  • Must have regular menstrual cycles and no hot flashes
Group #2
  • Females
  • Ages 45-60
  • Must be experiencing hot flashes
Both Groups (#1 and #2)
  • Must be fluent in English (read and write)
  • Must not pregnant or breast-feeding
  • Must not have Sjogren’s disease (disease associated with a loss of perspiration)
  • Must be willing to wear a small monitor on chest and provide feedback

Additional Information:
Study Title: Understanding Hot Flashes

Updated on 19 Apr 2024. Study ID: 10052

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