Helping cancer survivors manage symptoms and emotional distress during oral cancer treatment
Official title: Managing symptoms and psychological distress during oral anti-cancer treatment
Funded at Michigan State University · NIH-11067809 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how cancer survivors can feel better and manage their symptoms while taking oral cancer treatment, using phone check-ins and online support from counselors, available in both English and Spanish.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | May 4, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $645,804 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA279472-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11067809 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are cancer survivors currently undergoing oral anti-cancer treatment who experience symptoms such as fatigue, depression, or anxiety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently undergoing oral anti-cancer treatment or those who do not experience significant symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how cancer survivors can better manage their symptoms and psychological distress while undergoing oral anti-cancer treatment. It utilizes a combination of automated telephone symptom management and interpersonal counseling delivered via telehealth. Participants will receive weekly monitoring of their symptoms through a telephone system, and if necessary, additional support from social workers to address anxiety and depression. The intervention is designed to be accessible in both English and Spanish, ensuring a wider reach among diverse patient populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for cancer survivors by providing effective tools for symptom management and emotional support.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar adaptive interventions for symptom management in cancer care, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Michigan State University
East Lansing, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sikorskii, Alla — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Sikorskii, Alla
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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.