Using mobile health tools to improve cancer screening in India
Multicomponent mhealth interventions for healthcare providers and the community to increase cancer screening in India
['FUNDING_R21'] · IMPLENOMICS LLCS · NIH-10739405
This study is working to improve cancer screening in India by creating a helpful mobile app that teaches people about cancer risks and connects them with support for getting screened, making it easier for everyone to access important health services.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | IMPLENOMICS LLCS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MARBLEHEAD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10739405 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cancer screening rates in India by developing a mobile health platform called the Integrated Cancer Awareness Network (ICAN). The platform will provide education on cancer risk factors and the importance of early detection to both patients and healthcare providers through accessible mobile applications. It will also facilitate connections between patients and screening support staff at medical colleges, ensuring better coordination and navigation for cancer screening services. The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of this approach will be evaluated using implementation science methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals eligible for colorectal, breast, or cervical cancer screening in India.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible for cancer screening or those who do not have access to mobile technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase cancer screening rates, leading to earlier detection and better outcomes for patients in India.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can effectively improve health outcomes and increase screening rates in various populations.
Where this research is happening
MARBLEHEAD, UNITED STATES
- IMPLENOMICS LLCS — MARBLEHEAD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SUBRAMANIAN, SUJHA — IMPLENOMICS LLCS
- Study coordinator: SUBRAMANIAN, SUJHA
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.
Conditions: Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Detection, Breast cancer screening, Cancer Burden, Cancer Detection