A research team of Korean-American women in the Department of Nursing at the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is conducting a study on the health of Korean-American women with support from the federal government.
The team, led by Dr. Eun-Ok Lim of UT Austin’s Department of Nursing, recently announced the launch of a health research project for Korean-American women, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Participants in the study will receive expert counseling, as well as gift certificates and other benefits, for completing surveys and engaging in online research for up to one year.
The National Health Research Institute-supported Korean women’s health research projects include:
▶ Research on depression
▶ Breast cancer research
▶ Alzheimer’s family caregiver research
The Depression Study focuses on Korean middle-aged and older women aged 40 to 65. Korean women who frequently experience depression will be divided into two groups and can participate in online education and one-on-one mental health counseling programs. The online study will last for 12 months, and participants will receive a health monitoring device (Fitbit) and a $150 gift certificate.
The Breast Cancer Support Study is an expert counseling program for Korean-American women diagnosed with breast cancer. Participants will take part in an online one-on-one counseling program and complete a total of three surveys. The organizers will provide health monitoring devices and $150 gift certificates.
The Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Study is for Korean-American women aged 45 to 65 who are caregivers for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease. Participants will be asked to complete an online survey over a three-month period.
The research team stated, “This project aims to conduct in-depth research on the health issues faced by middle-aged and older Korean women in collaboration with government agencies. The more Korean participants we have, the more accurate the research results will be, allowing us to use the findings to benefit the Korean community. We encourage many Koreans to actively participate.”
▶For inquiries about participation: (512)232-2121, (512)232-2142
BY HYOUNGJAE KIM[kim.ian@koreadaily.com]
