The NYCFREE Study

The New York City study of FeRtility and Environmental Exposures (NYC-FREE)

The purpose of this study is to collect different types of biological samples and information from participants of reproductive age to be used for research on fertility, pregnancy, and risk factors for childhood and adult diseases.

WHY SHOULD I JOIN?

This study will help us understand how the environment affects reproduction. It will allow for research on fertility, pregnancy, and risk factors for childhood and adult diseases that may lead to better and more effective treatment options and improvement in quality of life.

If you join the study, you will be provided financial compensation, in addition to free body fat analysis and semen analysis (if applicable).

WHO CAN JOIN?

Anyone between the ages of 18-50 who is:

• Biologically able to have a child,

• Intending to have a child (or another child) any time in the future, and

• Living and/or working in one of the five boroughs of New York City (Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens or Staten Island)

WHAT IF I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS:

If you have additional questions, you can reach the study team by emailing us at [email protected] or calling us at 844-743-FREE.