Improving cancer screening and treatment equity in communities.
Official title: The Mass Partnership for Community-Engaged Cancer Control Equity
Funded at Harvard School of Public Health · NIH-10929694 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help community health centers provide better cancer screenings and support for quitting tobacco, especially for people who might not have easy access to these services, so that everyone can get the care they need for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 16, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,971,041 |
| NIH project number | 1U19CA291431-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929694 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from underserved communities who are at risk for breast, cervical, or colorectal cancers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already receiving adequate cancer screening and treatment services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer control equity by strengthening the capacity of community health centers to provide evidence-based cancer screenings and tobacco treatment. It aims to foster collaborations between academic institutions and community organizations to address social determinants of health, such as social capital and digital access. The project will implement multi-level interventions to improve access to cancer care for underserved populations, particularly in breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screening. By promoting community engagement and digital skills, the initiative seeks to create a supportive environment for patients and their families.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to cancer screenings and treatments for underserved communities, leading to earlier detection and better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to improve health equity, indicating that this method is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Harvard School of Public Health
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Emmons, Karen M. — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Emmons, Karen M.
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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.