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Lung Diseases Clinical Trial in Birmingham, AL

Access cutting-edge lung diseases treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Birmingham. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Johns Hopkins University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Birmingham

    Convenient for AL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Birmingham site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Lung Diseases Study in Birmingham

The ALA-LHC is a longitudinal, multi-center cohort study that will enroll approximately 4,000 young adults between the ages of 25-35 who do not have severe lung disease. The overarching objective of the ALA-LHC is to establish a national cohort of young adults for the purpose of defining lung health and developing targets to intercept chronic lung disease at its earliest stages.

Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

1- Age 25-35 years at the time of the baseline examination 2- Able to read and understand English or Spanish 3 -Has a social security number 4- Resident (citizen or non-citizen) of the United States (US) for at least 12 months prior to examination. Note: Individuals who are residents of the US who have temporarily spent time living outside of the US during the last 12 months (e.g., student exchange program, military posting) are eligible for participation. 5- Willing to provide contact information for at least 2 proxies who are likely to know the whereabouts and vital status of the participant

Exclusion Criteria

Severe asthma, which is defined as any of the following:
Current (i.e. at the time of the visit) GINA Step 4 or higher therapy (medium dose ICS/LABA or high dose ICS or add-on LAMA; Medium dose = \>250 fluticasone, propionate =100 fluticasone furoate, \>200 beclomethasone, \>400 budesonide, \>220 mometasone). We will accept low-dose ICS/LABA or medium dose ICS. OR
3 or more unscheduled healthcare visits (provider/urgent care/ER) for asthma in the past 12 months OR
One asthma hospitalization in the past 12 months
History of any chronic lung disease other than asthma including but not limited to COPD, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension
Current pregnancy
History of cancer other than non-melanoma skin cancer
Diagnosed cardiovascular diseases (i.e., congenital heart disease, coronary heart disease)
Inability to comply with study procedures, including
Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent
Inability to perform study measurements
Inability to be contacted by phone (via calls and/or text messaging) or email
Any condition in the opinion of the physician that puts the participant at risk by participating in the study (e.g., serious respiratory illness requiring antibiotics or steroids or severe fever at the time of the study visit).
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Birmingham?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04543461) has an active research site in Birmingham, AL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Lung Diseases Treatment Options in Birmingham, AL

If you're searching for lung diseases treatment options in Birmingham, AL, this clinical trial (NCT04543461) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Birmingham research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced lung diseases specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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