Understanding how climate change affects people with chronic lung disease
Assessment of Awareness of Individuals with Chronic Lung Disease on Climate Change, Heat Waves, Air Pollution, and Their Interactions with Physical Activity
Hacettepe University · NCT06592235
This study is trying to understand how people with chronic lung diseases, like asthma and COPD, feel about how climate change and air pollution affect their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06592235 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the awareness of individuals with chronic lung diseases, such as asthma and COPD, regarding the impacts of climate change, heat waves, and air pollution on their health. It will explore how these environmental factors interact with physical activity levels and mental health, specifically anxiety and depression. Participants will be individuals referred to a rehabilitation unit and will be asked to share their experiences and perspectives. The study does not involve any interventions but focuses on gathering valuable insights from patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with stable chronic lung diseases who are referred for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing acute exacerbations or those with severe cardiovascular, orthopedic, or neurological issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance awareness and inform better management strategies for patients with chronic lung diseases in the context of climate change.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on climate change and health exist, this specific focus on chronic lung disease awareness is relatively novel and underexplored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria for the study: * Being 18 years of age or older, * Having a chronic lung disease (COPD, asthma, bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis, interstitial lung disease) and being referred to the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Unit of Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation for cardiopulmonary physiotherapy and rehabilitation, * Being clinically stable, * Using a smartphone with a pedometer, * To cooperate with the tests to be conducted, * Being willing to participate in the study. Exclusion criteria: * Having had an acute exacerbation or having changed medication in the last month, * Having a severe cardiovascular, orthopedic or neurological problem that may affect the tests.
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Ankara
- Hacettepe University Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation — Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Aslihan Cakmak-Onal, PhD, PT — Hacettepe University
- Study coordinator: Aslihan Cakmak-Onal, PhD, PT
- Email: aslihancakmak90@gmail.com
- Phone: +903123051576
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.
Conditions: Climate Change, Chronic Lung Disease, Air Pollution