HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE

This study tests whether special reflective roof coatings, called cool roofs, can lower indoor temperatures and improve health for people living in hot areas of Mexico. About 800 households will take part, with some getting the cool roof and others not. Researchers will measure e…

This study tests whether having people with advanced chronic kidney disease report their symptoms each month using an electronic questionnaire, with results shared with their kidney doctor, can improve quality of life and symptom management. About 70 adults with stage 4 or 5 kidn…

This study tests whether pairing seniors (60+) with children and teens (12-21) from families affected by mental illness can reduce loneliness and improve mental well-being for both groups. Researchers will measure changes in loneliness and quality of life over time. The goal is t…

This study tests a French questionnaire designed to measure quality of life in adults with meningioma, a type of brain tumor. About 238 participants will fill out online surveys about their well-being. No treatment or extra visits are involved. The goal is to make sure the questi…

This study tests a program that gives unstable housing and a job at the same location to adults at risk of homelessness. Researchers want to see if this approach reduces emergency room visits and improves housing, employment, and quality of life. About 750 adults from Houston eme…