TOOLS TO BE FIT

Our Team

 

Erin Van Blarigan, ScD
Associate Professor, Epidemiology & Biostatistics and Urology
(Principal Investigator)

Stacey Kenfield, ScD
Professor, Urology and Epidemiology & Biostatistics

June Chan, ScD
Professor, Epidemiology & Biostatistics and Urology

Jennette Sison
Global Project Manager, Urology

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Interested in learning more?

Contact us: [email protected] or call (415) 218-8398.

Visit the study website at https://toolstobefit.eurekaplatform.org/pages/landing?locale=en

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We want to hear from you!

Research Topic        

Location
 

 Compensation
 

Colon Cancer

 

Rectal Cancer

 

 

Participate from Home

 

Visit a LabCorp or
Quest Patient Service Center
convenient to you at the start and end of the study.

Earn up to $50

 

 

 

 

What is the purpose of this study?
 

UC Davis has partnered with UC San Francisco to invite patients from diverse backgrounds to participate in the Tools To Be Fit study.

The Tools To Be Fit study is a chance for researchers to learn what tools work best to help people like you eat well, exercise regularly, and lose weight (if weight loss is a goal of yours). The tools we are testing include text messages, apps, and health coaching from trained professionals over the phone.

This study is open to both women and men.

Participants who complete the study assessments will receive up to $50.

   

Who can join?
 
  
You may be able to join if...                                                                                           You can't join if...
 
  • Are at least age 18.
  • Have been diagnosed with bladder, breast, colon, endometrial, kidney, ovarian, prostate, or rectal cancer.
  • Completed treatment.
  • Can read English.
  • You don't have regular access to a smartphone.                                        

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will participants be asked to do?
  • Complete 5 online surveys about your health and health behaviors.
  • Wear a small device (like a watch) on your wrist for 3 different weeks to measure your usual physical activity.
  • You will be randomized (by chance, like a roll of the dice) to receive 1 of 16 possible combinations of the health tools.
     All study participants will receive a physical activity tracker, personalized report, and educational booklet.
     Some participants will receive text messages, diet and exercise logbooks, health coaching, and/or coaching for your support person.
  • You will be asked to visit a LabCorp or Quest Patient Service Center convenient to you at the start and end of the study.
Will participants be paid?

All participants will receive a personalized lifestyle report and study booklet at the start of the study and 10 “Highlight” emails on special nutrition and exercise topics throughout the year. Participants will also receive up to $50 and a Fitbit. The Fitbit will be yours to keep.