cps3

What if you could prevent even one family from hearing the words "you have cancer”?

This year, you can fight back against cancer by enrolling in the American Cancer Society’s new research study called the Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). By joining CPS-3, you can help researchers better understand the genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors that cause or prevent cancer, which will ultimately save lives.

The study is open to anyone who:

  • Is between 30 and 65 years old
  • Has never been diagnosed with cancer (not including basal or squamous cell skin cancer)
  • Is willing to make a long-term commitment to the study, which involves completing periodic follow-up surveys at home

 

“If participating in this study could mean that even just one person could be spared a cancer diagnosis, it would be the most important and meaningful action to fight cancer.”

 – Study participant

Enrollment is free and will take place at several locations in Union County. See the below for dates and locations.

To schedule your appointment, scroll down and find the enrollment location most convenient for you and click on the name of the location.

  • Read and sign an informed consent form
  • Complete a comprehensive survey packet that asks for information on lifestyle, behavioral and other factors related to your health.
  • Have your waist circumference measured
  • Give a small blood sample (similar to a doctor’s visit – 7 teaspoons total). The blood sample will be drawn by a trained, certified phlebotomist.

Upon completion of these steps, we will send periodic follow-up surveys to update your information and annual newsletters with study updates and results.

For more information, visit cancer.org/cps3 or call toll free at  1-800-227-2345.

CPS 3 Enrollment Sites

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA
Board Room
1340 Martine Ave.
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Thursday, July 26, 2012 – 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Friday, July 27, 2012 – 7:30 am – 11:00 am

Summit Area YMCA
Room TBD
67 Maple Street
Summit, NJ 07901
Tuesday, July 24, 2012 – 7:30 am – 11:00 am
Wednesday, July 25, 2012 – 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Berkeley Heights YMCA
Tent in parking lot
550 Springfield Avenue
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Tuesday, July 24, 2012 – 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Thursday, July 26, 2012 – 7:30 am – 11:00 am

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