Increasing colorectal cancer screening for people aged 45 to 54
Official title: Initiating Colorectal Cancer Screening in Unscreened Individuals 45 to 54
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-10985080 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help more people aged 45 to 54, especially in the Black community, get screened for colorectal cancer by finding better ways to raise awareness and make screening easier at Codman Square Health Center in Boston.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 13, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $197,640 |
| NIH project number | 1K08CA285952-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985080 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black individuals aged 45 to 54 who have not previously undergone colorectal cancer screening.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 45 to 54 or those who have already been screened for colorectal cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve colorectal cancer screening rates among individuals aged 45 to 54, particularly focusing on Black populations who experience higher mortality rates from this disease. The project will implement strategies at Codman Square Health Center in Boston, which serves a large number of racial and ethnic minorities. By addressing the barriers to screening in this age group, the research seeks to enhance awareness and access to screening services. The approach combines both quantitative and qualitative research methods to develop effective implementation strategies that promote equity in healthcare.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase colorectal cancer screening rates, leading to earlier detection and better outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions in community health settings can successfully increase screening rates among underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anyane-Yeboa, Adjoa — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Anyane-Yeboa, Adjoa
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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.