Improving breast cancer screening in rural Ghana
Testing Approaches to Promote Breast Cancer Screening in Rural Ghana
This study is working to help women in rural Ghana get screened for breast cancer more easily by tackling issues like transportation costs and cultural beliefs, and it includes programs that educate both women and their male partners to support better health choices together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10832693 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to increase breast cancer screening rates among women in rural Ghana by addressing key barriers such as transportation costs, cultural beliefs, and male decision-making dominance. The project involves two main interventions: the BUNDLING intervention, which combines breast cancer and diabetes education with simultaneous screenings to reduce stigma and logistical challenges, and the MEGH Program, which engages male partners in education and discussion to support women's health decisions. By implementing these strategies, the research seeks to promote early detection of breast cancer, ultimately improving health outcomes for women in the region.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women living in rural Ghana, particularly those who may face barriers to accessing breast cancer screening.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in rural Ghana or those who are not women may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase breast cancer screening rates and improve early detection, leading to better survival outcomes for women in rural Ghana.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches to increasing cancer screening rates have shown promise in other regions, suggesting that this research could build on successful strategies.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Acharya, Yubraj — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Acharya, Yubraj
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.