Recruiting Now
In order to achieve our goals, we rely heavily on the assistance of members of the public who are willing to join our clinical trials. The research projects listed below are currently recuiting volunteers:
| Trial |
Details |
| B-VITAge |
Depression is common in later life, affecting 1 in 10 people over the age of 60 years. About 50-60% of older people with depression respond well to treatment with antidepressant medications (such as Prozac, Cipramil and Efexor), but a large proportion of older adults with depression will improve only partly or not at all with standard treatment. This study is designed to improve the treatment of depression by using vitamins in the B group.
Volunteer Details: Older adults aged 50 and over, who have had a depressive episode and are interested in participating in the project, are invited to call Cheryl Ackoy on 9224 2855. |
| FABS II |
Can physical activity delay the progression of Alzheimer's disease? This is the question that WACHA's researchers are asking in a new research program being conducted in 3 states around Australia. Perth is one of those sites. The new study Fitness for the Ageing Brain Study II (FABS II) will target people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's living at home who have a family member or friend who would be happy to join the study as well.
Volunteer Details: Older adults aged 60 and over, who have had a depressive episode and are interested in participating in the project, are invited to call Cheryl Ackoy on 9224 2855. |
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