Using social media to raise awareness about lung cancer screening for high-risk groups
Official title: Leveraging Social Media to Increase Lung Cancer Screening Awareness, Knowledge and Uptake in High-Risk Populations
Funded at Hackensack University Medical Center · NIH-10908324 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people at high risk for lung cancer learn about and get screened for the disease through friendly social media messages, making it easier for them to catch it early.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hackensack University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hackensack, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $651,814 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA263662-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10908324 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older who are at high risk for lung cancer and may not be aware of screening options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at high risk for lung cancer or those who are already aware of and have access to screening options may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve awareness and uptake of lung cancer screening among high-risk populations by utilizing social media platforms. The project will focus on educating individuals who are eligible for screening but may not be aware of it or face barriers to accessing it. By implementing tailored health communication strategies, the research seeks to engage these individuals before they interact with healthcare providers, ultimately increasing the likelihood of early detection of lung cancer. The approach is community-focused and aims to reach diverse populations across the nation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of high-risk individuals who undergo lung cancer screening, leading to earlier detection and better treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community-focused awareness campaigns can effectively increase screening rates for various health conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carter-Bawa, Lisa — Hackensack University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Carter-Bawa, Lisa
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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.