Examining the impact of green spaces on heart health in Louisville
Health, Environment and Action in Louisville (HEAL) Green Heart Louisville Project
This study is testing if having more green spaces in Louisville can help improve heart health and reduce disease risk for the people living there.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 835 (estimated) |
| Ages | 30 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Louisville Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Louisville, Kentucky) |
| Trial ID | NCT03670524 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how environmental factors, particularly the presence of green spaces, influence the health of residents in Louisville, focusing on cardiovascular diseases and metabolic health. By assessing changes in neighborhood characteristics, the study aims to understand their effects on heart health, disease risk factors, and overall community well-being. Participants will engage in interventions that promote greenness as a therapeutic approach to improve health outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 30-70 who live within the targeted study area.
Not a fit: Patients with HIV/AIDS, active cancer treatment, or those who are significantly underweight or have a high BMI may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved heart health and overall well-being for residents through enhanced neighborhood environments.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results in similar approaches, indicating potential for success in this intervention.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 30-70 years of age. * Live within the targeted study location Exclusion Criteria: * Unwilling or unable to provide consent. * HIV/AIDS, active treatment for cancer, active bleeding including wounds. * Body weight less than 100 pounds or BMI\>40. * Prisoners and other vulnerable populations. * Anyone that PI thinks is unsafe to participate in study.
Where this trial is running
Louisville, Kentucky
- University of Louisville — Louisville, Kentucky, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rachel Keith, PhD — University of Louisville
- Study coordinator: Jackie Research Coordinator, MS
- Email: jacqueline.gallagher@louisville.edu
- Phone: 502-852-6167
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.