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Public Survey on Breath Testing for Health and Disease

We want to know your thoughts on a new way to check for health problems and diseases, including cancer, using a simple breath test. This study is a survey asking for public opinions, not a medical trial where you receive treatment. We want to understand what makes people willing or unwilling to use new health screening methods. Breath testing could potentially become a quick, pain-free way to screen for various health issues. By sharing your views, you'll help researchers and policymakers understand what's important to the public when it comes to health checks. This information can then be used to develop better, more patient-friendly screening options in the future.

At a glance

Status

Recruiting

Sponsor

Imperial College London

Enrolment target

1,000

Start

17 Jun 2023

Estimated completion

17 Oct 2025

Cancer Disease Health Behavior Health Attitude Health-Related Behavior Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice

What is this study about?

Imagine a world where checking your general health or screening for serious conditions like cancer could be as simple as breathing into a device. This study isn't about testing such a device yet, but it's an important first step. It's a survey designed to gather your thoughts and opinions on the idea of using simple breath tests for health checks and disease detection.

We know that when new health screening tests are introduced, there are many things that make people either keen to use them or hesitant. Things like how easy the test is, whether it's comfortable, or even what information you get back. Researchers want to better understand these factors specifically for breath testing. They hope your answers will help them create guidelines for future health policies and guide new research into these kinds of tests.

Ultimately, this project aims to understand what ordinary people like you think about using non-invasive tests for health and disease. Your honest answers will help shape how new, potentially less intrusive, health screening methods are developed and introduced in the future.

Key takeaways

It's a survey about your opinion, not a medical test.
It asks about using breath tests for health checks and disease detection.
Your views will help shape future health research and policies.
Participation is easy, takes little time, and is done online.
Anyone aged 18 or older can take part.
There are no physical risks involved.

Who may be eligible?

This survey is open to any member of the public. The main requirement is that you must be 18 years old or older to take part.

If you are under 18, you won't be able to participate in this specific survey. Otherwise, almost anyone can share their views.

It doesn't matter what your gender is or what your current health status is; everyone aged 18 and over is welcome to give their opinion.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you 18 years old or older?
Are you a member of the general public?
Do you want to share your opinions on health checks?
Are you able to complete an online survey?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

Taking part in this study simply involves completing an online survey. You won't need to visit a clinic, undergo any medical assessments, or take any medication. There's no follow-up required after you submit your answers. The total time commitment will be just the time it takes for you to complete the questions, which is typically quite short.

Potential risks and benefits

The main benefit of taking part is that your opinions will help shape future research and policies around new health screening methods, potentially making them more user-friendly. There are no direct medical benefits to you. Because this is just a survey asking for your views, there are no physical risks involved. Your privacy will be protected, and your answers will be kept confidential. You have the right to withdraw from the survey at any point before submitting your responses without giving a reason.

Locations (1)

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Imperial College London
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London, United Kingdom· Recruiting

Common questions

What is a 'breath test' for health?

A breath test for health is a potential new way to check for different health issues, perhaps even serious diseases like cancer, by simply analysing your breath. It's hoped to be a simple and non-invasive method.

Will I get any medical results from this survey?

No, this survey is purely about gathering your opinions. You won't undergo any medical tests, and you won't receive any health results or medical advice from participating.

How long will the survey take?

The survey is designed to be brief. It will only take a short amount of your time to answer the questions.

Is my personal information safe?

Yes, your privacy is very important. All your answers will be kept confidential, and your personal information will be protected.

Can I change my mind after starting the survey?

Yes, you can choose to stop taking part in the survey at any time before you submit your answers, without any consequences.

How to find out more

Pallavi Huma Arya

h.arya@imperial.ac.uk 02075948197 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.