Mercy Seeking Cancer Research Participants

Mercy Medical Center is seeking local residents to participate in an historic study that, according to a release, "has the potential to change the face of cancer for future generations."

Men and women between the ages of 30 and 65, who have never been diagnosed with cancer, are needed to participate in the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3) that will enroll a diverse population of up to a half-million people across the United States and Puerto Rico to help researchers to better understand the lifestyle, environmental and genetic factors that cause or prevent cancer.

On Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 4 to 8 p.m., Mercy will be a local enrollment location at which participants can join the study. Those taking part will be asked to read and sign an informed consent form; complete a brief survey; have their waist circumference measured; and give a small blood sample.

Prior to the on-site enrollment, individuals will complete an online comprehensive survey that asks for information on lifestyle, behavioral, and other factors related to their health. Those interested in participating can pre-register online at www.cps3LongIsland.org.

Participants will receive follow-up surveys to complete every few years. Researchers will use the data from CPS-3 to build on evidence from earlier American Cancer Society studies that played a major role in understanding cancer prevention and risk and have contributed significantly to the scientific basis and development of public health guidelines and recommendations.

For further information about enrolling at Mercy, call 516-62MERCY.