Are you or someone you know:

• Stressed?
• Moderately overweight?
• Willing to make lifestyle changes?

If so, you may qualify to be in a research study aimed at reducing your risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Eligibility Requirements

Volunteers are needed for a research study being conducted at Duke University Medical Center.

The study compares two interventions aimed at reducing stress and blood sugar levels.

You may qualify if you:

• Are 25 to 70 years of age
• Do not have heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes
• Do not smoke
• Are not taking medications on a regular basis
• Feel stressed most of the time

Study Requirements

The study requires three laboratory testing sessions and participation in weekly 90-minute group sessions for 22 weeks.

Compensation

Participants will be paid up to $500.

For more information, contact Tracey Hawkins at 919-684-8667 or e-mail awareness-study@mc.duke.edu.