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CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU

MyPaTH Story Booth – COVID-19 Stories

Participants are invited to share how they are maintaining their own health during the coronavirus pandemic or to share what it is like being ill with coronavirus, and/or caring for a loved one who is ill. Participation involves one 45-minute session that takes place over the phone. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

AGE:

18 and up

DURATION: 45 minutes

LOCATION: By phone

MyPaTH Story Booth 2.0

Interested in sharing your story about health, illness, or research? Patients and caregivers are needed to participate in a research study to help learn more about topics that are important to you and that may improve health and health care. Participation involves one 45-minute session that takes place over the phone. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

AGE:

18 and up

DURATION: 45 minutes
VISITS: 1 visit or phone call

LOCATION: By phone

The LIBRA Study

Do you have very heavy periods? You may be eligible to receive an intrauterine device (IUD) as part of the LIBRA study. The study is looking to evaluate the effectiveness of a levonorgestrel IUD as a treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding. The study involves up to 9 scheduled visits and 1 phone call over 10 months. Compensation is provided.

AGE:

18 - 50

DURATION: 10 months
VISITS: Up to 9 visits + 1 phone call

LOCATION: UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:

Reproductive and Sexual Health