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Participate in Research
At the BC Cancer Agency, there are many different types of research studies underway that explore a wide range of interventions as well as the
experiences of people living with cancer.
CAMEO Research Program studies explore how best to support people with cancer, their family members, and oncology health professionals in making
informed decisions about. CAMEO also assists other researchers in conducting other research studies on complementary medicine (CAM).
On this webpage, we describe and offer links (where available) to research projects being conducted by CAMEO and by research and clinical colleagues
that are currently looking for participants. Please contact the individuals listed for details about each project.
| CAMEO Research Projects currently recruiting participants |
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Workshop:
Complementary Medicine and Cancer: Laying the Foundation for Making “Good” Decisions |
This study is a workshop for patients and support persons who would like to learn more about finding and evaluating evidence around complementary medicine, and wanting assistance in learning how to make evidence-informed decisions around the use of complementary medicine. The workshop will take place on Saturday, January 30th at the BC Cancer Agency Research Centre Diamond Theatre from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (registration opens at 8:30 a.m.). Participation includes filling out questionnaires before and after the workshop, and one month after the workshop. Parking and refreshments will be provided. |
For more information, or to
sign up by January 26, 2010
Contact:
Mr. Antony Porcino, Project Director, aporcino@bccancer.bc.ca
604 707 5960 |
Study:
CAMEO Database |
This study is related to the development of a database for the CAMEO research program to keep track of all questions about CAM received by CAMEO, as well as contact information for people wanting to be informed about new CAMEO research studies, education opportunities related to CAM, and to receive correspondence from CAMEO (for example, the CAMEO Newsleter). All individuals contacting CAMEO with questions about CAM and cancer will be invited to join the database. Please note that you can receive help with CAM and cancer questions without consenting to be in the database. |
Contact:
Mr. Antony Porcino, Project Director, aporcino@bccancer.bc.ca
604 707 5960 |
Focus Group:
Provide feedback on CAMEO's new
CAM and Cancer in BC Booklet |
These focus groups are for current Vancouver Centre BCCA cancer patients to provide feedback on the usefulness of the draft booklet content. Anyone with an interest in CAM use during their cancer care is welcome to attend: January 26th, either 11 a.m. to noon, or 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Parking and refreshments will be provided. |
For more information, or to
sign up by January 21, 2010 Contact:
Mr. Antony Porcino, Project Director, aporcino@bccancer.bc.ca
604 707 5960 |
| Other CAM and Cancer Research Projects currently recruiting participants |
Study:
The PATHWAYS Project |
The PATHWAYS Project is an international, 1-year, pilot study that is exploring the cancer care pathways--all conventional medical treatments, complementary therapies, and self-care activities--of men and women living with cancer. We are looking for people previously cancer free, and diagnosed while under the age of 70:
- 8 women diagnosed with a first case of
Stage I to Stage III breast cancer
- 10 men with the first case of Stage I to Stage III prostate cancer.
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Contact
Mr. Antony Porcino aporcino@bccancer.bc.ca
604 707 5960
or
Ms Margurite Wong, mwong9@bccancer.bc.ca
604 707 5900 x 2880
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Study:
Diet and Physical Activity of Survivorship: Pilot Study. |
We are seeking breast cancer survivors to take part in a 24-week diet and physical activity program. We are looking for women who: are overweight; have finished chemotherapy and radiation treatment; and are within two years of diagnosis. The program includes weekly or bi-weekly group sessions (approx. 1 hr/session) with a registered dietitian and twice weekly supervised exercise sessions (approx. 2 hrs/wk), so participants must be willing to travel to these sessions (held in facilities close to the BCCA - Vancouver). |
To participate
or for more information:
Contact:
Kristin Campbell, PhD.
604 827 4704 kristin.campbell@ubc.ca
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Study:
The Effectiveness of Tai Chi on improving the Quality of Life of Colorectal and Breast Cancer Patients |
The purpose of this study is to find out whether Tai Chi exercise helps to reduce fatigue, low appetite, and/or nausea/vomiting, which are the main complaints during chemotherapy. There is no “placebo” group involved. Every participant will receive free classes (Tai Chi or Mild exercise). |
To participate
or for more information:
Contact:
the study coordinators
604 250 1918. |
Last updated, December 14, 2009
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