A program to help African American men who survived prostate cancer improve their health through lifestyle changes.
Men Moving Forward: A Lifestyle Intervention for African American Prostate Cancer Survivors
This study is looking for African American men who have survived prostate cancer to join a program that helps them live healthier by offering personalized tips on eating well and staying active, including fun workouts, to improve their overall health and quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10457264 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on African American prostate cancer survivors, who often face higher health risks and lower quality of life compared to other groups. The program aims to promote healthier lifestyles through tailored interventions that include nutrition and physical activity guidelines. Participants will engage in resistance training and other activities designed to improve body composition and overall health. The study seeks to address the unique challenges faced by this population and enhance their adherence to healthy behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American men who have survived prostate cancer and are looking to improve their health through lifestyle changes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not African American or who have not survived prostate cancer may not benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and quality of life for African American prostate cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: While lifestyle interventions have shown benefits for cancer survivors, this specific focus on African American prostate cancer survivors is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stolley, Melinda R — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Stolley, Melinda R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.