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DECLARE Study
Healthy Older Men & Women With Hypertension Needed for the DECLARE Study to see if exercise helps the brain. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effects of 10 weeks of exercise on the brain.

DEcreasing Cognitive Loss and Vascular Rarefaction with Exercise (DECLARE) is focused on the elucidation of exercise effects on brain health and the way by which exercise mitigates age-related growth factor deficiencies, hypertension and cognitive decline.

To participate in this research, you must:

  • Have hypertension

  • Be between 55-75 years of age

  • Be healthy (Ok to be on medication)

  • Not currently exercising

Participation in this study involves:

  • 4 initial screening visits

  • 4 hours per week exercise

  • 2 completion visits

To see if you are eligible for this study, please answer some screening questions about your health and current exercise habits below.

DECLARE Study Screening