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Behavioural intervention for colorectal cancer survivors

Researchers from The University of Newcastle aim want to understand how to improve the physical activity, diet, and sleep quality in colorectal cancer survivors, while also reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease.

  • Cancer screening and treatment

Study Purpose/Description

This study aims to work collaboratively with colorectal cancer survivors to design a lifestyle intervention to improve the physical activity, diet and sleep quality of colorectal survivors and reduce their risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

What’s Involved?

Participants will attend:

  • up to three group workshops (1 hour each), OR
  • up to three one-on-one interviews (1 hour each) over the course of two months.

The workshops/interviews will be held online via Zoom. Participants will be asked to share their thoughts and opinions on lifestyle behaviours such as physical activity, diet/food intake, and sleep.

Participants will also be asked to complete short tasks (approximately 15 minutes each day) in between the workshops. As a gesture of appreciation by the researchers, participants will each receive a $100 Woolworths gift card at the completion of each workshop.

Research Team Contacts

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Recruitment criteria

You may be eligible to participate in this study if you:

  • Have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer
  • Have a smartphone or tablet with internet access

Benefits

As a gesture of appreciation by the researchers, participants will each receive a $100 Woolworths gift card at the completion of each workshop.

Study sponsor / funder

Research team contacts

Research Team

[email protected]

(02) 4921 7805

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