Research studies answer important questions that might help change or improve the way we do things in the future.

The BRIDGE & Friends study will see how sharing information about diet and exercise with friends and family impacts weight management and healthy lifestyle change.

We are looking for friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, etc of our BRIDGE & Friends study participants to get involved!

  • Engage Social Networks

  • Learn From Experiences

  • Support Talking Healthy

Adult women smiling in conversation

What is this research study about?

  • How people share health and weight management information

Which social network members can participate in this study?

  • Adults who know and talk to a BRIDGE & Friends study participant
  • ALL social network members must be referred by a BRIDGE & Friends study participant.

What will social network members be asked to do during this study?

  • Complete 3 data collection visits over 6 months
  • Provide information about their health, diet, lifestyle, and health conversations
  • Eligible participants can make up to $90.

What are the next steps?

  • If you are interested, please call 312-355-1243 for a short phone screening to make sure you fit the criteria we are looking for.
  • ALL social network members must be referred by a BRIDGE & Friends study participant.

BRIDGE & Friends Team