Digital program to improve health for Hispanic female cancer survivors and their daughters
Pilot Study of a Multigenerational Digital Lifestyle Intervention for Hispanic Female Cancer Survivors and Their Families
This study tests a digital program aimed at helping Hispanic female cancer survivors and their daughters improve their health habits, like exercise and diet, to see if it works well for them.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Miami Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Miami, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT05721976 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study evaluates a digital program designed to enhance lifestyle behaviors, such as physical activity and dietary intake, among Hispanic female cancer survivors and their adult daughters. The program, titled 'With Love, Grandma,' is delivered through web and mobile platforms, aiming to assess its feasibility and acceptability. Participants include grandmothers who are cancer survivors and their daughters, both of whom must meet specific health criteria. The study focuses on individuals living in South Florida who are engaged in limited physical activity.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include Hispanic grandmothers who are cancer survivors and their adult daughters, both with a BMI of 25 or higher or low physical activity levels.
Not a fit: Patients with distant metastatic cancer or those who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the health and well-being of Hispanic female cancer survivors and their daughters by promoting healthier lifestyle choices.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on digital health interventions for cancer survivors have shown promise, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Cancer Survivor Inclusion Criteria: * Grandmother * Self-identifies as Hispanic * Diagnosis of breast cancer (stages I-III), endometrial or ovarian cancer (stages I-II) * Completed active treatment (i.e., surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation) * Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 25 (overweight range) * Engages in \<150 minutes/week of moderate physical activity * English or Spanish speaking * Owns a mobile device with internet access (e.g., smartphone, tablet) * Lives in South Florida Daughter of Cancer Survivor Inclusion Criteria: * Adult daughter of the identified cancer survivor (21 years of age or older) * Has at least 1 living child ages ≤16 years old * Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 25 (overweight range) OR engages in \<150 minutes/week of moderate physical activity * English or Spanish speaking * Owns a mobile device with internet access (e.g., smartphone, tablet) * Lives in South Florida Daughter of Cancer Survivor Exclusion Criteria: * Has been diagnosed with distant metastatic cancer * Has not completed active treatment (i.e., surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation) * Has uncontrolled schizophrenia or bipolar disorder * Has a preexisting medical condition that precludes unsupervised physical activity (e.g., severe orthopedic conditions,wheelchair bound). Cancer Survivor Exclusion Criteria: * Has uncontrolled schizophrenia or bipolar disorder * Has a preexisting medical condition that precludes unsupervised physical activity (e.g., severe orthopedic conditions, wheelchair bound)
Where this trial is running
Miami, Florida
- University of Miami — Miami, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sara M St. George, PhD — University of Miami
- Study coordinator: Vanina Pavia, MD
- Email: vxp395@miami.edu
- Phone: 305-243-0726
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.