Health Services Research

Families participating in the TRI-CHAMP study complete a comprehensive health screening evaluating the risks for cardiovascular and respiratory disease. Assessment includes:

• Measurements such as height, weight, blood pressure, pulmonary function testing.


• Obtaining a blood sample from which plasma lipid profiles are determined as well as a complex array of biochemical and inflammatory markers.


• Participants also complete a series of evaluations related to depressive symptoms, quality of life, stress, lifestyle habits (e.g., physical activity and nutrition), as well as environmental and ecological information.


• Participants receive a comprehensive report of their results.


• This report and health information empowers participants to make informed health choices, and to work with their health care provided to make the best possible health care choices.