A program to help cancer survivors increase physical activity and reduce heart disease risk
Official title: ActivityChoice: A clinic-delivered implementation program to increase physical activity and decrease cardiovascular disease risk amongst cancer survivors
Funded at Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester · NIH-10985000 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new program called ActivityChoice that helps cancer survivors find and join physical activity options to lower their chances of heart disease, making it easier for them to choose what works best for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project start | December 13, 2022 |
| Project end | November 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $162,485 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HL163254-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985000 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are cancer survivors who are at risk for cardiovascular disease and are looking to improve their physical activity levels.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not cancer survivors or those who are already highly active may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a program called ActivityChoice, which aims to connect cancer survivors with physical activity resources to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease. The program will utilize an eReferral system that allows healthcare providers to recommend various evidence-based physical activity programs, including group and virtual options. By addressing barriers to participation, the initiative seeks to empower survivors to make informed choices about their physical activity. The program will also include a decision aid to help patients select the best option for their needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower cardiovascular disease risk among cancer survivors by promoting increased physical activity.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar programs aimed at increasing physical activity among cancer survivors, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
Worcester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Faro, Jamie — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Faro, Jamie
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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.