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Brain health refers to the overall wellbeing of the brain, which is a vital organ that controls our thoughts, emotions, movements, and bodily functions. Maintaining good brain health is essential for maintaining cognitive function, memory, and mental well-being. The brain can be influenced by a range of factors, including lifestyle choices, genetics, and environmental factors. Engaging in regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and managing stress are some of the key ways to promote brain health. Additionally, avoiding harmful substances such as drugs and alcohol, and protecting the brain from injury through the use of protective gear during sports and other physical activities are also important. By taking care of the brain through these measures, individuals can support their brain health and reduce the risk of developing cognitive impairment and other neurological conditions later in life.
The Stroke Institute's commitment to research and our mission to improve people's lives are at the heart of everything we do. With a firm belief in the transformative power of knowledge, we not only conduct cutting-edge research but also extend a welcoming hand to our community, ensuring that access to these invaluable studies is readily available. Through this dual commitment to research and community outreach, the Stroke Institute invites you to take a quick survey to see if you qualify to participate in two brain health studies we are currently enrolling for! Details for these syides, MarkVCID and Diverse VCID are below.
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With your help, we can learn what are the biological markers (or biomarkers) that can help distinguish healthy aging from dementia. We aim to enroll participants of diverse backgrounds living in the Houston area. Results from this study will provide recommendations for future clinical trials on dementia.
We are inviting women and men who are:
The study comprises an initial visit and three yearly follow-up examinations. Each study visit will include:
You will receive compensation for your participation in this study.
Each visit is compensated with $100. You will receive up to $400 if you take part in all the four study visits.
Your information will be maintained in secure databases and kept private.
To learn more contact:
Heather Smith, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS
Speech-Language Pathologist | Research Coordinator
Stroke Recovery Research
(713) 500-7909
Diverse VCID means researchers are looking for a diverse population to study: African American, Latino and Caucasian individuals. VCID stands for Vascular Cognitive Impairment and Dementia. This study will examine Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the brain.
We are inviting men and women who are:
You will be reimbursed $50 for your time upon undergoing the screening MRI. If it is determined you are eligible to participate and complete the remaining baseline study procedures, you will be reimbursed an additional $100 for each visit. If you complete all visits and MRIs, you will receive a total of $450.
Your information will be maintained in secure databases and kept private.
To learn more contact:
Heather Smith, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS
Speech-Language Pathologist | Research Coordinator
Stroke Recovery Research
(713) 500-7909