Using a web program to help older adults manage oral cancer treatments
Official title: Exploring the Use of a Web-Based Program for Older Adults Receiving Oral Anticancer Agents to Improve Communication and Self-Management
Funded at University of South Florida · NIH-10758263 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a helpful online program can support older adults taking cancer medications by making it easier for them to manage their treatment and talk with their doctors, so they can feel more in control at home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $74,750 |
| NIH project number | 5R03CA262908-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10758263 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are prescribed oral anticancer agents and their caregivers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not taking oral anticancer agents or are younger than the targeted age group may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how a web-based program can assist older adults who are taking oral anticancer agents in managing their treatment and improving communication with healthcare providers. The program aims to address the unique challenges faced by older patients, such as understanding complex medication regimens, managing side effects, and ensuring adherence to treatment. By enhancing self-management skills and providing tailored information, the program seeks to empower patients and their caregivers in a home care setting. The study will utilize a mixed methods approach to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and treatment outcomes for older adults undergoing cancer treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that web-based interventions can enhance patient self-management and communication in various healthcare settings, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of South Florida
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marshall, Victoria Kate — University of South Florida
- Study coordinator: Marshall, Victoria Kate
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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.