Increasing colorectal cancer screening in African Americans
Monitoring Community Efforts to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening in African Americans
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIV · NIH-11047657
This study is helping African Americans aged 45-64 in north Florida get better access to colorectal cancer screenings by providing support and education through a friendly 6-week program, so they feel motivated to complete their tests.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIV (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (TALLAHASSEE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11047657 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the disparities in colorectal cancer screening among African Americans by implementing a community health advisor intervention. The study involves patients aged 45-64 from community health centers in north Florida, where participants will receive support to increase their adherence to stool-based colorectal cancer screening. The approach includes a 6-week program designed to educate and motivate individuals to complete their screenings, with follow-up surveys conducted to assess progress and outcomes over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American individuals aged 45-64 who are patients at participating community health centers.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 45-64 or those not identifying as African American may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve colorectal cancer screening rates among African Americans, potentially leading to earlier detection and better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively increase cancer screening rates, suggesting a promising approach in this study.
Where this research is happening
TALLAHASSEE, UNITED STATES
- FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIV — TALLAHASSEE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LUQUE, JOHN S. — FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIV
- Study coordinator: LUQUE, JOHN S.
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.