Improving medication adherence for cancer patients through coaching
Official title: Design and implementation of a social cognitive theory-based medication adherence coaching intervention
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10899647 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping cancer patients stick to their medication plans by providing personalized coaching and support, so they can overcome challenges and feel more confident in their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $193,976 |
| NIH project number | 5K08CA279500-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899647 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are cancer patients who are prescribed oral anticancer agents and struggle with medication adherence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing treatment with oral anticancer agents or those who have no adherence issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a coaching intervention based on social cognitive theory to help cancer patients adhere to their medication regimens. It aims to identify and address barriers to adherence, such as lack of social support and self-efficacy, which are often overlooked in traditional approaches. By implementing a structured plan and utilizing expert mentorship, the project seeks to create a sustainable program that enhances patient outcomes in cancer treatment. Patients will receive tailored support to improve their medication-taking behaviors, ultimately aiming for better health results.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve medication adherence among cancer patients, leading to better treatment outcomes and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that theory-guided interventions can effectively improve medication adherence in various patient populations, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Muluneh, Benyam — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Muluneh, Benyam
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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.