SASH Sleep Research Study

STUDY BASICS

Are you a 31-50 year-old male? You may be able to participate in a research study to help better understand the relationship between sleep quality and inflammation. Participants will be asked to complete questionnaires, wear a special watch to track sleep, and provide blood and urine samples. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

Some research shows that poor sleep is associated with inflammation throughout the body. Over time, inflammation can play a role in the development of heart and lung disease.

The purpose of this research study is to learn more about the relationship between sleep quality and inflammation in people with and without HIV. Researchers hope their findings lead better ways to manage sleep problems in people living with HIV in the future.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Men aged 31-50
• Not diagnosed with any chronic inflammatory or autoimmune disease

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

Participation includes two in-person visits. During the first visit, participants will be asked to complete questionnaires and will receive a watch-like device (similar to a Fitbit) that will be worn to track sleep patterns for two weeks. Each morning, participants will also answer a few questions about their sleep. At the end of two weeks, participants will return the watch, complete more questionnaires, and provide a urine and blood sample.