Improving lung cancer screening access for Black Veterans through community outreach
Co-Design and Pilot Testing of Peer-led Community Outreach to Improve Equity, Veteran-Centeredness and Uptake of Lung Cancer Screening
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VA BOSTON HEALTH CARE SYSTEM · NIH-11000257
This study is working to help Black Veterans get better access to lung cancer screenings by creating a friendly program where trained peers will provide support and information to make the process easier and more trustworthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA BOSTON HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11000257 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance lung cancer screening among Black Veterans by addressing barriers to access and awareness. It involves co-designing a peer-led outreach program that utilizes trained community peers to educate and support Veterans in navigating the screening process. The program will focus on building trust and providing tailored assistance to overcome stigma and misinformation about lung cancer. By engaging directly with the community, the initiative seeks to improve screening rates and ultimately reduce lung cancer mortality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black Veterans who are eligible for lung cancer screening but have not yet participated.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those who have already undergone lung cancer screening may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase lung cancer screening rates among Black Veterans, leading to earlier detection and improved survival outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based peer support can effectively improve health outcomes and access to care, suggesting a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- VA BOSTON HEALTH CARE SYSTEM — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WIENER, RENDA SOYLEMEZ — VA BOSTON HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
- Study coordinator: WIENER, RENDA SOYLEMEZ
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.