Deep breaths and calm minds: a new study for stressed healthcare workers
NCT ID NCT04482647
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether breathing techniques and meditation can help healthcare workers at MD Anderson Cancer Center reduce stress and improve lung health during the COVID-19 pandemic. One hundred participants will learn these techniques through videos and practice them at home. The study will measure how many people join and whether they find the practices useful.
What this could mean
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Active substance
breathing techniques and meditation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way for healthcare workers to manage stress and improve lung health during pandemics.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study (100 participants) at a single center, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is subjective and relies on self-reported outcomes.
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Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States