Improving colorectal cancer screening in rural areas through family support
Developing a Young Adult-Mediated Intervention to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening among Rural Screening Age-Eligible Adults
This study is looking to help older adults in rural areas get screened for colorectal cancer by training their younger family members to encourage them, and it will gather information from both age groups to find the best ways to promote screening together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10813769 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance colorectal cancer screening rates among older adults in rural communities by training younger family members to encourage their participation. The approach involves collecting data from both younger adults (ages 25-44) and older adults (ages 45-75) to identify effective strategies for promoting screening. By leveraging family dynamics, the intervention seeks to increase awareness and readiness for screening among both age groups. The study will utilize mixed methods to gather formative data and optimize the intervention based on community needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include younger adults aged 25-44 and older adults aged 45-75 living in rural areas.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in rural areas or are not within the specified age ranges may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase colorectal cancer screening rates in rural populations, leading to earlier detection and better outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that family involvement can effectively improve health screening rates, suggesting this approach may be promising.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miller, Carrie a. — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Miller, Carrie a.
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.