Improving sexual health for breast and gynecologic cancer survivors through mindfulness.
Official title: Virtual Mindful After Cancer Intervention to Promote Sexual Health for Breast and Gynecologic Cancer Survivors
Funded at Oregon State University · NIH-10974097 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a friendly online program called Mindful After Cancer can help breast and gynecologic cancer survivors improve their sexual health after treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Corvallis, United States) |
| Project start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $318,589 |
| NIH project number | 1R34CA286710-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10974097 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are breast and gynecologic cancer survivors experiencing sexual health issues related to their treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not cancer survivors or those who do not experience sexual health concerns post-treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing sexual health concerns that many breast and gynecologic cancer survivors face after treatment. It aims to implement a mindfulness-based intervention called Mindful After Cancer (MAC), which has shown promise in improving sexual health outcomes. The intervention will be delivered virtually, making it accessible to survivors who may not have access to traditional therapies. By evaluating the effectiveness of MAC in real-world settings, the research seeks to provide evidence-based solutions for these persistent issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the sexual health and overall well-being of breast and gynecologic cancer survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that mindfulness-based interventions can effectively improve sexual health outcomes, indicating a promising avenue for this research.
Where this research is happening
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Oregon State University
Corvallis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gorman, Jessica Lynn Rickard — Oregon State University
- Study coordinator: Gorman, Jessica Lynn Rickard
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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.