A program to help cancer patients change risky health behaviors.
Scalable TELeheaLth Cancer CARe: The STELLAR Program to Treat Cancer Risk Behaviors
The STELLAR program is designed to help cancer patients live healthier and feel better by making it easier for them to get support for things like quitting smoking, losing weight, and being more active, all through convenient online services.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892136 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The STELLAR program aims to improve the long-term health and quality of life for cancer patients by addressing risky health behaviors such as smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. This research integrates assessments of these behaviors into electronic health records and automates referrals for telehealth treatment, making it easier for patients to receive support. By utilizing telehealth, the program seeks to provide effective and affordable interventions that fit seamlessly into the existing cancer care workflow. Patients will be able to access these services remotely, enhancing their overall treatment experience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer patients aged 21 and older who exhibit risky health behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently undergoing cancer treatment or do not have any associated risk behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for cancer patients by effectively addressing behaviors that negatively impact their treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using telehealth to address health behaviors in various patient populations, indicating a promising approach for cancer care.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hitsman, Brian L — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Hitsman, Brian L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.