Improving cancer screening access for tribal, rural, and urban populations in Oklahoma
Official title: Oklahoma Tribal, Rural, Urban Cancer Screening Trial ACCESS Hub
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-11263470 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to get more people from tribal, rural, and low-income urban communities in Oklahoma involved in cancer screenings, so they can catch cancer early and improve their health, while also making sure everyone feels comfortable and supported throughout the process.
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 start | February 14, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $450,450 |
| NIH project number | 3UG1CA287044-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11263470 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include American Indian individuals, residents of rural areas, and low-income urban populations in Oklahoma who are at risk for cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Oklahoma or who are not part of the targeted tribal, rural, or urban communities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cancer screening participation among tribal, rural, and low-income urban populations in Oklahoma, who are often underrepresented in clinical trials despite facing high cancer rates. The project will involve recruiting participants, collecting biospecimen data, and addressing barriers to participation, including historical distrust in research. The team will include coordinators fluent in Spanish to ensure effective communication and support for diverse communities. By focusing on these populations, the research seeks to improve early cancer detection and overall health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased cancer screening rates and earlier detection of cancer in underserved populations, ultimately improving survival rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in increasing cancer screening rates through targeted outreach and community engagement in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Doescher, Mark P — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Doescher, Mark P
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.