Alternative Physical Activity Strategies for Breast and Prostate Cancer Survivors
We are looking for female postmenopausal breast cancer survivors and male prostate cancer survivors who are not currently physically active to participate in an entirely remote study conducted by the University of Toronto.
Study Goals
We are interested in studying the effects of different forms of physical activity on blood sugar control among breast and prostate cancer survivors. Recent research is starting to show that cancer survivors may be at an increased risk of chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. This is due, in part, to negative side-effects of cancer treatments, such as impaired ability to use insulin and control blood sugar. The purpose of this study is to produce new evidence specific to breast and prostate cancer survivors on the effects of various forms of physical activity to help inform care in cancer survivorship.
Are You Eligible?
To participate in this study, you must meet the following criteria:
If you are Female:
- Have had a diagnosis of stage I, II, or III breast cancer
- Have been taking aromatase inhibitors hormone therapy for at least the past 3 months
- Be postmenopausal (i.e., 12 months or more without your menstrual cycle)
- Other criteria to be assessed by completing the survey in the link below
OR
If you are Male:
- Have had a diagnosis of stage I, II, or III prostate cancer
- Have been taking hormone therapy (i.e., androgen deprivation therapy) for at least the past 3 months
- Other criteria to be assessed by completing the survey in the link below
What Does the Study Involve?
If you are eligible and choose to participate, we will mail you a study package containing all the necessary tools to conduct the study from your own home. There are several items Included in the package. There is a blood requisition for you to complete a fasted blood draw at a LifeLabs location of your choice. There are also a continuous glucose monitor, which allows for your blood sugar to be assessed in real time, and smartwatch, which keeps track of your physical activity. While wearing these, you will be asked to perform 5 different single-day trials, each consisting of a different form of moderate-intensity physical activity such as walking or body weight activities.
Want to Learn More? Contact Us!
If this study sounds interesting and you would like to learn more about participating, the first step will be to complete a survey to determine if you meet the initial eligibility criteria for the study. If your responses suggest that you may be eligible, you will be asked to provide your first name, phone number, and an email address at the end of the survey, and book a time to speak to a study team member by phone. During the phone call, the rest of the details of the study will be explained to you so that you can decide if you want to participate. Access the survey link here:
https://redcap.utoronto.ca/surveys/?s=C93M47RRMNTATRJF