A Prospective Study of a Lifestyle Medicine Survivorship Program for Patients With Gynecologic Cancer
AdventHealth
Summary
This study will examine the effects of an 8-week intervention called the Healthy Eating Active Lifestyle (HEAL)-GYN program on participants' 1) self-efficacy 2) lifestyle factors, including physical activity and diet, as well as mental health and overall well-being, and 3) biometrics and biomarkers.
Description
This study will examine the effects of an 8-week intervention called the Healthy Eating Active Lifestyle (HEAL)-GYN program. This telemedicine-based rehabilitation course for patients with gynecologic cancer focuses on lifestyle changes in exercise, nutrition, sleep, social integration, stress management, and avoidance of risk behaviors, such as smoking and alcohol. Led by a certified lifestyle medicine oncologist, the multidisciplinary program includes personalized goal-setting and experiential instruction on these topics. A prospective study will be conducted with up to 64 participants who a…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult 18 years old or over * Diagnosis of gynecologic cancer * Current patient in the Central Florida area * Completing or have completed chemotherapy treatment within approximately the past 3 months before starting the program * Able to speak, read, and understand the English language. Exclusion Criteria: * Not willing or able to provide informed consent * Not willing or able to comply with all study procedures and requirement for the duration of the study
Interventions
- BehavioralHealthy Eating Active Lifestyle (HEAL): Gyn Cancer Program
Evidence-based lifestyle medicine program for cancer survivors
Location
- AdventHealthOrlando, Florida