Improving colorectal cancer screening and follow-up care.
Accelerating Colorectal Cancer Screening and Follow-up through Implementation Science (ACCSIS) Program
This study is working to help more people get screened for colorectal cancer and receive the follow-up care they need, especially those who haven't been screened much before, so that everyone can have better access to important health checks and improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Triangle Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Research Triangle Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-9627071 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates and follow-up care for individuals who currently have low screening rates. The project will create a collaborative environment among researchers to develop effective strategies and interventions that promote CRC screening. By establishing standardized data collection methods and supporting innovative local approaches, the program seeks to build a strong evidence base for increasing screening and timely referrals to care. Patients may benefit from improved access to screening and better health outcomes through these initiatives.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk for colorectal cancer who have not been screened or have low screening rates.
Not a fit: Patients who are already receiving regular colorectal cancer screenings or those with advanced stages of colorectal cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased colorectal cancer screening rates and improved early detection and treatment for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar strategies to increase cancer screening rates, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Research Triangle Park, United States
- Research Triangle Institute — Research Triangle Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tan, Sylvia — Research Triangle Institute
- Study coordinator: Tan, Sylvia
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.