Implementing a colorectal cancer screening program in Mexico
Official title: Research Project 1
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-10933440 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve colorectal cancer screening in Mexico by using helpful tools like patient education and reminders, so more people can get screened easily and effectively.
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) | $409,094 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA284109-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933440 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are eligible for colorectal cancer screening in Mexico.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not eligible for colorectal cancer screening or those outside the age range may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a colorectal cancer screening program in Mexico, where effective screening strategies are currently underutilized. The project will adapt evidence-based interventions such as patient education, reminders, and navigation to improve screening uptake and completion rates. By training healthcare providers and utilizing implementation strategies, the study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of these interventions in a real-world setting. The goal is to create a sustainable and scalable model that can be transferred to various health systems across Mexico.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase colorectal cancer screening rates in Mexico, leading to earlier detection and improved patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in implementing similar screening programs in different countries, indicating the potential for this approach to be effective in Mexico as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lajous, Martin — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Lajous, Martin
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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.