Improving Cancer Care for Native American Communities
Improving Cancer Outcomes In Native American Communities (ICON)
This project aims to improve cancer prevention, screening, and care coordination for American Indian and Alaska Native communities, especially in Oklahoma.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11194478 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Cancer affects American Indian and Alaska Native communities at much higher rates than the general population, with significantly worse outcomes. This project, called ICON, brings together Indigenous researchers and community partners to address these disparities. We are focusing on three key areas identified by community members: preventing cancer, improving screening methods, and making sure patients receive coordinated care. Our goal is to develop and implement culturally sensitive strategies that can lead to better health for these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This initiative is designed to benefit American Indian and Alaska Native individuals, particularly those residing in Oklahoma and surrounding regions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of American Indian or Alaska Native communities may not directly benefit from the specific community-focused interventions of this project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could significantly reduce cancer rates and improve survival for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by enhancing prevention, early detection, and treatment support.
How similar studies have performed: While cancer disparities in these communities are well-documented, this project represents a novel, tribally-engaged approach to developing comprehensive, community-driven solutions.
Where this research is happening
Oklahoma City, United States
- University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr — Oklahoma City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rhoades, Dorothy Alison — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Rhoades, Dorothy Alison
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.