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Help us find out by joining our study at UAB You may be eligible to participate in the PRECISION-BP research study investigating the effects of Sacubitril/Valsartan or Valsartan on your body’s 24-hour rhythm of a hormone in your blood called natriuretic peptides. This hormone and the study medications are related to the heart. Eligible participants must be obese (BMI: 30-45 kg/m2) men and women, have high blood pressure, and have no history of heart or kidney problems. The study involves wearing a blood pressure monitor for 24 hours, 24-hour inpatient visits at UAB hospital, taking medications, and collecting blood and urine samples. Meals will be provided at no cost. Participants will be compensated $575 for completing the study visits. Please e-mail Nehal at PRECISION-BPSTUDY@uabmc.edu or call us at 205-934-7173 if you are interested
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This research aims to explore whether a 16-week, home-based exercise program tailored specifically for Black/African Americans with MS can improve walking difficulties, ease symptoms, and enhance quality of life for those living in the South.
You may qualify if you:
• Are between 18 and 64 years old
• Have been diagnosed with MS
• Self-identify as Black or African American
• Live in the Southern United States
What’s involved?
• A personalized exercise program you can do at home
• Personalized support from a coach throughout the program
• Compensation of $90 for completing all study visits
For more information, contact Denise Gomez at enrl@uic.edu or call (833) 727-1887.