CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Researchers are looking for those living near Cape Coral canals for a new study.
Researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing and Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute are currently seeking participants for a study evaluating the potential impacts of exposure to harmful algal blooms. With another grant from the Florida Department of Health (FDOH), they will continue a first-of-its-kind evaluation of the short-term and potential long-term health effects among Florida residents.
They call it the “Long-term Effects of Exposure to Harmful Algal Blooms” (LEE-HABs) study.
In 2020 the canals had a thick layer of algae covering the water, almost like a blanket. A similar study was completed to determine how blue-green algae toxins affect us long-term.
And now, more research has begun.
PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Cape Coral residents participating in study to find long-term health impacts of blue-green algae toxins
FAU researchers said they hope there are no long-term health effects, but their goal is to find out.
If you or your neighbor are interested in participating, CLICK HERE.
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THE STUDY:
The research team currently has an active cohort of 150 participants, and they are recruiting 30 additional participants this year. They will be recruiting and collecting non-bloom data for the Cape Coral area at the Public Works Department, 815 Nicholas Parkway East, on Monday, March 27 from noon to 4 p.m., and Tuesday, March 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome.
This latest study expands upon prior studies conducted in 2016, 2018 and previous FDOH studies from 2019 to 2020 and 2021 to 2022.
For more information or to participate in the study, call or text 561-297-4631, or email Shirley Gordon at [email protected].
The attached news release and link to the FAU News Desk (https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/habs-cape-coral-study.php) provide more details.”
The post Cape Coral residents needed for blue-green algae bloom research appeared first on NBC2 News.
