Increasing cervical cancer screening for African American and Sub-Saharan African immigrant women
Promoting Cervical Cancer Screening among African American and Sub-Saharan African Immigrant women
This study is looking to help African American women and Sub-Saharan African immigrants get better access to cervical cancer screenings by understanding what helps or stops them from getting tested, so they can create friendly ways to encourage self-sampling for HPV testing.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911156 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve cervical cancer screening rates among African American women and Sub-Saharan African immigrants by understanding the unique factors that influence their engagement in screening practices. The study will explore barriers and facilitators to screening, including cultural beliefs and access to healthcare resources. By focusing on these specific populations, the research seeks to develop targeted interventions that promote awareness and encourage HPV self-sampling, allowing women to collect samples for testing in a convenient manner.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American women and Sub-Saharan African immigrant women who may be at risk for cervical cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the African American or Sub-Saharan African immigrant populations may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased cervical cancer screening rates and improved health outcomes for African American and Sub-Saharan African immigrant women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving cancer screening rates through targeted interventions in similar populations, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adegboyega, Adebola O — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Adegboyega, Adebola O
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.