Evaluating a program for self-sampling HPV detection in workplaces in Mexico
Official title: Implementation Evaluation of a Workplace Self-Sampling HPV Detection Program within the Mexican Social Security Institute
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11093854 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way for women working in factories in Mexico to easily check for HPV, which can help prevent cervical cancer, by allowing them to do the test themselves at home, making it less awkward and more convenient.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $127,173 |
| NIH project number | 3U54CA284109-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11093854 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women aged 20 and older who work in maquiladoras and have not been screened for cervical cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have already been screened for cervical cancer or those who do not work in maquiladoras may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the implementation of a self-sampling HPV detection program aimed at increasing cervical cancer screening among women working in maquiladoras in Mexico. The program, initiated by the Mexican Social Security Institute, seeks to address barriers that prevent women from participating in screening, such as embarrassment and logistical challenges. By assessing the factors that influence the program's adoption and effectiveness, the research aims to improve the screening process and follow-up care for women who receive abnormal results. The study employs various implementation frameworks to identify strategies that can enhance the program's sustainability and impact.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase cervical cancer screening rates among under-screened women, leading to earlier detection and better outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that self-sampling for HPV can increase screening rates, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fernandez, Maria Eulalia — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Fernandez, Maria Eulalia
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About this research
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