Using mailed HPV tests to improve cervical cancer screening for underserved women
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Mail-Self Stamped HPV Testing to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Participation Among Minority/Underserved Women in an Integrated Safety Net Healthcare System
This study is looking at how sending self-testing kits for HPV to women can help more of them get screened for cervical cancer, especially those from minority and underserved communities, by making it easier and more convenient for them to test at home with some extra support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11093642 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of mailed self-sampling kits for HPV testing to increase cervical cancer screening participation among minority and underserved women. The approach combines these kits with patient navigation services to help overcome barriers to clinic-based screenings. By allowing women to test themselves at home, the study aims to make screening more accessible and convenient. The research is conducted within a safety net healthcare system that serves socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are minority and underserved women who have not participated in regular cervical cancer screenings.
Not a fit: Patients who are already compliant with regular cervical cancer screenings may not receive additional benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase cervical cancer screening rates among underserved women, leading to earlier detection and better outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mailed self-sampling for HPV testing can be effective in increasing screening rates, but this specific approach in safety net health systems is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Montealegre, Jane R — University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Montealegre, Jane R
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.