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Official title HEPA, PM2.5, and Cardiometabolic Health
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05718245
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized, double-blind, crossover trial is to test the hypothesis that a longer-term indoor HEPA filtration intervention can improve cardiometabolic profiles by reducing indoor PM2.5 exposures in at-risk individuals.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 to 84. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age between 65 and 84 years old;
- Nonsmoker for at least 1 year;
- History of BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2 in the past based on EMR information;
- Either an English or Spanish speaker;
- Live in the Los Angeles County.
You likely can't join if
- History of diabetes (both type 1 and type 2) or degenerative disease of the nervous system (Alzheimer's disease or dementia);
- Currently have active cancer treatment;
- The residential house has already had HEPA filters;
- Participants will move out of the current house in the next 2 years;
- Participants will spend more than one month living outside the primary home;
- Have any health conditions that prohibit collecting health and covariate data and biospecimen;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age between 65 and 84 years old;
- Nonsmoker for at least 1 year;
- History of BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2 in the past based on EMR information;
- Either an English or Spanish speaker;
- Live in the Los Angeles County.
- History of diabetes (both type 1 and type 2) or degenerative disease of the nervous system (Alzheimer's disease or dementia);
- Currently have active cancer treatment;
- The residential house has already had HEPA filters;
- Participants will move out of the current house in the next 2 years;
- Participants will spend more than one month living outside the primary home;
- Have any health conditions that prohibit collecting health and covariate data and biospecimen;
- The residential houses are not feasible for setting up air purifiers and air pollutants monitors;
- Have high blood glucose from finger stick test (\> 200 mg/dL).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years to 84 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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