Assessing cancer risk in individuals
Prevent Cancer-Greenville: A Center for Cancer Prevention and Wellness Research Project
This study is testing how personal history, lifestyle, and biological samples can help identify people at higher risk of developing cancer so they can get the right care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Prisma Health-Upstate Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Greenville, South Carolina) |
| Trial ID | NCT04947098 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
Prevent Cancer-Greenville aims to evaluate individuals' risk of developing cancer based on personal history, lifestyle, and biological samples. Participants will undergo risk stratification to identify those at higher risk due to factors such as genetics, family history, and environmental exposures. The study involves yearly health assessments that measure nutrition, physical activity, and body composition. If participants are identified as high risk, they will be referred to healthcare providers for further evaluation and care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 years or older who are interested in understanding their cancer risk.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for cancer or those who are under 18 years old may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify individuals at high risk for cancer, allowing for early intervention and preventive measures.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on cancer risk assessment and stratification have shown promise in identifying high-risk individuals and improving preventive care.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older
Where this trial is running
Greenville, South Carolina
- Prisma Health-Upstate — Greenville, South Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Joe Stephenson, MD — Prisma Health-Upstate
- Study coordinator: Patricia Wilson, MSN Ed. OCN ONNCG
- Email: ccpw@prismahealth.org
- Phone: 864-455-4897
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.