Empowering Data-Driven Cancer Research in Metro Detroit.
Research Studies Utilizing MDCSS Data
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Highlighted Studies
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RESPOND: African American Prostate Cancer Study
RESPOND is the largest research study ever to look for answers to the prostate cancer health disparity in African American men
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Detroit Research on Cancer Survivors (ROCS) Study
The Detroit Research on Cancer Survivors (ROCS) pilot study was conducted to investigate factors related to short and long term outcomes among cancer patients.
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Team Capable
A program tailored to both evaluate and promote the benefit of high-intensity interval and strength training on quality of life of patients diagnosed with cancer.
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Detroit Genetic Evaluation of Multiple Cancers (GEMS)
Detroit GEMS is a research study of cancer patients and survivors. This study is being done to learn more about what potentially makes someone more likely to develop multiple cancers.
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Disparities and Cancer Epidemiology-Colorectal Cancer
The Disparities and Cancer Epidemiology-Colorectal Cancer (DANCE-CRC) study is establishing a diverse cohort of Black and White colorectal cancer (CRC) patients living in Louisiana and metropolitan Detroit.
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