Catholic University Of The Sacred Heart

This study looks at whether telling people their genetic risk for heart disease, along with personalized advice, helps them adopt healthier habits. About 650 hospital staff members aged 40 and older will get genetic testing and a one-on-one meeting with a heart doctor. The goal i…

This study tests a zinc-based spray (Gel X) to prevent painful mouth sores in 130 people receiving radiation for head and neck cancer. Participants will use either the zinc spray or a baking soda rinse. The goal is to see if the spray reduces sores, eases pain, and speeds healing…

This study tests an internet-based guided self-help program for adults with chronic pain. The program uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people accept their pain and focus on living a meaningful life. Researchers will enroll 140 participants to see if the progra…

This study aims to better understand CANVAS syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes problems with coordination, balance, and sensation. Researchers will follow 50 adults with the condition to track its progression and search for biological markers. The goal is to uncover ho…

This study looks at whether a polygenic risk score (PRS) can help predict the chance of developing ovarian cancer. Researchers will compare the genetic scores of 1300 Italian women—some with ovarian cancer and some without. Participants will give a blood sample and fill out a que…

This study follows 300 people with oral lichen planus, a chronic mouth condition, for at least six months to see how often it turns into oral cancer. Researchers will also look for patterns or risk factors that might predict this change. The goal is to better understand the disea…

This study looks at how fat buildup in the pancreas (pancreatic steatosis) is connected to diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Researchers will use a special ultrasound technique to measure the fat and compare it with blood sugar and other health markers. The goal is to better predi…