Dr. JoAnn Manson, a Harvard Medical School professor, is principal investigator of the largest study to date of the possible health benefits of vitamin D and omega-3s, set to begin soon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
WHAT IT IS: The VITAL study is recruiting 20,000 people nationwide to study whether vitamin D (2,000 IU day) or fish oil (1 gram/day of omega-3) can prevent various cancers, as well as heart disease and stroke.
WHO: Men over age 60 and women over age 65.
WHEN: Study will track participants for 5 years.
WHERE: Boston-area participants will have the opportunity for detailed testing, including for bone density, blood pressure, and lung function.
MORE INFORMATION: www.vitalstudy.org, or 800-388-3963.
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