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Welcome to the Diabetes Studies Page

CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU

TrialNET Pathway to Prevention 18-45

If you are between the ages of 18 and 45 and have a relative who has type 1 diabetes (T1D), you may be able to be part of a research study. A blood test can show if you are at risk for T1D years before symptoms occur. Those at increased risk for T1D may be able to join studies that are testing ways to prevent and delay T1D.

AGE:

18 - 45

VISITS: At least 1 visit

LOCATION: A lab near you

Diabetes Sleep Treatment Trial (DSTT) – Good Sleeper Comparison Group

Do you have Type 2 diabetes and experience no sleep problems? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help researchers learn about the effect of diabetes self-management and glucose control in persons with “good” sleep compared to persons with insomnia. Involves 1 in-person visit, at-home activity/sleep monitors, a blood draw, and questionnaire completion. Compensation provided.

AGE:

18 and Up

VISITS: 1 in-person visit

LOCATION: School of Nursing - Pitt & UPMC Montefiore Hospital

MyPaTH Story Booth 2.0

Researchers want to know about patients’ experiences with health, illness, or research. By sharing your story, you would be helping researchers focus on topics that are of importance to you and that are likely to improve health and health care. Share your story by phone or in person at the Falk Medical Building lobby. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

AGE:

18 and Up

DURATION: 45 minutes
VISITS: 1 visit or phone call

LOCATION: Falk Medical Building - Oakland or by phone

Diabetes in the Social Environment (DSE Study)

Are you a man with Type 2 diabetes? Were you diagnosed between 5-15 years ago? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help researchers understand how friends and family can help you take care of your diabetes. Eligible participants are African-American, unmarried, not living with a romantic partner, and have a friend or family member willing to participate. Compensation provided.

AGE:

18 and Up

VISITS: 1 in-person visit and 2 weeks of daily surveys

LOCATION: Carnegie Mellon University, your home, or a public space of your choosing

All of Us Pennsylvania Research Program

You may be able to change the future of medicine. The All of Us PA Research Program is enrolling adults 18 years of age or older. This may be your chance to improve how your children and your children’s children receive medical care.

AGE:

18 and Up

VISITS: one initial visit

LOCATION: Convenient locations near you including Altoona, Monroeville, North Hills, Oakland, Philadelphia, Shadyside, the South Hills and more!

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:

Endocrine System