A web-based portal for monitoring symptoms and managing care for young breast cancer survivors
Official title: A web-based patient-reported symptom monitoring and self-management portal for adolescent and young adult breast cancer survivors
Funded at Dana-Farber Cancer Inst · NIH-10930146 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating an easy-to-use online tool for young breast cancer survivors to help them track their symptoms and get personalized support, making it easier for them to manage their health and feel better after treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dana-Farber Cancer Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2020 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $695,558 |
| NIH project number | 5U01CA246648-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930146 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescent and young adult women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and are currently in the survivorship phase.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not breast cancer survivors or those who are older than 40 years may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research develops a web-based platform designed specifically for adolescent and young adult breast cancer survivors to report their symptoms and manage their health. The portal aims to address the unique challenges faced by this age group, including emotional and physical symptoms that persist after treatment. By allowing patients to track their symptoms and receive tailored support, the project seeks to enhance their overall quality of life and improve adherence to follow-up care. The approach combines technology with patient-centered care to empower young survivors in their health journey.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and health outcomes for young breast cancer survivors by providing them with better tools for symptom management.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that web-based symptom monitoring can be effective in improving patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach may also be beneficial for young breast cancer survivors.
Where this research is happening
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Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Partridge, Ann H — Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
- Study coordinator: Partridge, Ann H
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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.