Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Genetics of Smoking and Lung Disease
Hi everyone-
Speaking of lung disease/nicotine addiction...
I have come across a study that is being done at the University of Utah by the Pulmonary and Genetics Departments. I saw it advertised in one of the freebie magazines (Utah Health) you pick up in the entryways of businesses (remember, Ellie- when we went out for ice cream). Well, it is a full page ad called: Genetics of Smoking and Lung Disease.
It reads:
You are invited to participate in a study of genetic and non-genetic factors that may affect the development of nicotine addiction and health problems related to smoking.
I called the phone number and talked with a person about what's involved. He thought our family would fit for the family study. He is going to call me again this week to talk further about it. It seems very interesting to me to understand if there are genetic factors related to smoking. Hopefully, at some point there will be a better understanding of this. Our family certainly has the factors to contribute towards this research. Duane and I (they want spouses, too) have made an appointment for August 19th to participate. Mom and Dad have indicated their interest as well. They are also going on August 19th. I talked with Charley and he seems interested and is going to follow-up. Anybody else interested- can participate when in town over the holidays or visits.
Here is what's involved:
One visit- approximately 3 hours total.
Complete a survey on the computer- approx. 45 minutes.
Interview- approx. 30 min. (unless you have a lot to talk about)
Pulmonary Function Test (if you've never done this before- it's just a breathing test into a tube/machine- takes about 5 minutes or less)
Blood test
CT scan- they don't ask everyone to do the CT scan- likely if PFT is not normal. Some are asked to do it even if PFT is normal.
Compensation: $50.00 per visit. If you are asked to come back and do the CT scan- that's another $50.00.
If they are still doing the study for years to come- the grandchildren can participate once they turn 18 years old.
Here's the number if you have other questions: 801-581-LUNG (5864).
With all of ongoing and recent intensity in regards to the harmful effects of smoking/nicotine addiction- it seems fitting to help contribute to any research and further understanding of this disease.
Love, Kay
Speaking of lung disease/nicotine addiction...
I have come across a study that is being done at the University of Utah by the Pulmonary and Genetics Departments. I saw it advertised in one of the freebie magazines (Utah Health) you pick up in the entryways of businesses (remember, Ellie- when we went out for ice cream). Well, it is a full page ad called: Genetics of Smoking and Lung Disease.
It reads:
You are invited to participate in a study of genetic and non-genetic factors that may affect the development of nicotine addiction and health problems related to smoking.
I called the phone number and talked with a person about what's involved. He thought our family would fit for the family study. He is going to call me again this week to talk further about it. It seems very interesting to me to understand if there are genetic factors related to smoking. Hopefully, at some point there will be a better understanding of this. Our family certainly has the factors to contribute towards this research. Duane and I (they want spouses, too) have made an appointment for August 19th to participate. Mom and Dad have indicated their interest as well. They are also going on August 19th. I talked with Charley and he seems interested and is going to follow-up. Anybody else interested- can participate when in town over the holidays or visits.
Here is what's involved:
One visit- approximately 3 hours total.
Complete a survey on the computer- approx. 45 minutes.
Interview- approx. 30 min. (unless you have a lot to talk about)
Pulmonary Function Test (if you've never done this before- it's just a breathing test into a tube/machine- takes about 5 minutes or less)
Blood test
CT scan- they don't ask everyone to do the CT scan- likely if PFT is not normal. Some are asked to do it even if PFT is normal.
Compensation: $50.00 per visit. If you are asked to come back and do the CT scan- that's another $50.00.
If they are still doing the study for years to come- the grandchildren can participate once they turn 18 years old.
Here's the number if you have other questions: 801-581-LUNG (5864).
With all of ongoing and recent intensity in regards to the harmful effects of smoking/nicotine addiction- it seems fitting to help contribute to any research and further understanding of this disease.
Love, Kay
// posted by duanemeganmarisakayfamily @ 9:21 AM 
