Y Living

The Y Living project, funded by the Cancer Research Prevention Institute of Texas (CPRIT), is testing a community-based program that builds healthy lifestyles to reduce cancer risk. The evidence-based, 12-week program, known as “Y Living,” uses a community-based, family-focused approach to promote physical activity, a balanced diet and increased awareness of a healthy lifestyle on cancer risk reduction. The program provides health education to YMCA members and uses text messages to enroll and motivate participants.

Grant

PP1101872011-13

Principle Investigators

Dr. Deborah Parra-Medina, IHPR at The UT Health Science Center

Co-Investigators

Laura Esparza, IHPR at The UT Health Science Center Laura Zepeda, IHPR at The UT Health Science Center

Collaborations

YMCA of Greater San Antonio

Publications

YMCA News Story 6/27/12: http://www.ymcasatx.org/site_2010/page.aspx?pid=281