University Ghent

This study looks at whether giving women a free self-sampling device (SSD) through their general practitioner (GP) can increase cervical cancer screening rates among those who haven't had a smear test in 6 years. About 3,375 women aged 31-64 in Flanders will be randomly assigned …

This study tests whether a special skin protectant spray (3M Cavilon Advanced) can heal partial-thickness wounds caused by moisture (like from incontinence or stoma leaks) faster and with less pain than usual hospital wound care. About 36 adults in hospitals will be randomly assi…

This study looks at whether breathing sea air can affect your health. Researchers will compare 67 healthy adults who spend time at the coast versus those who stay inland. They will collect nose swabs, blood samples, GPS data, and questionnaires to see if sea air changes the micro…

This study looks at whether spending time at the Belgian coast can improve physical and mental health in people over 60. Sixty retired adults will take a walk along the coast and another walk in the city on different days. They will wear sensors to measure heart rate and stress, …