GROW Research Study
Women are stronger when we come together
Through following women over time, we aim to identify and better understand risk and resilience factors for brain health.
There is very little research on approaches for maintaining brain health for women, especially women of color. This observational study supported by the cy pres award from the settlement of Krueger v. Wyeth Inc. class action lawsuit aims to fill in the gaps in this research. The GROW research study will recruit women ages 45 and older for a longitudinal observational study. Women participating in the study will complete annual health screenings, questionnaires, and cognitive testing with the research team. Through following women over time, we aim to identify and better understand risk and resilience factors for brain health.
Who can participate?
Anyone who:
- identifies as a woman
- is age 45 or older
- lives in the Greater Sacramento area
- speaks English or Spanish fluently
What happens during a research visit?
Research visits last 4-5 hours and consist of questionnaires, interviews, tests about memory and thinking, and health screening. You can also choose to opt in to blood tests, a saliva sample, and brain imaging.
Where and when do the research visits take place?
Research visits take place at our research clinic at the Alhambra Cannery, at your own home, or at our community partner sites. You can choose the location you are most comfortable with. We offer transportation if needed.
We usually conduct our research visits during business hours, but we are flexible to do late afternoon or weekend visits if that works best for you. Contact us to learn more about how we can work with you and your schedule.
Research participants are provided with gift card compensation for their time.