Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Interventional Ages 18 and up Men only

Mobile health app to improve quality of life for Black prostate cancer survivors

Official title: Development and Preliminary Evaluation of a Tailored mHealth App Designed to Improve Quality-of-Life Outcomes in Ethnically-Diverse Black Prostate Cancer Survivors (SAFE-CaPs)

Run by University of Oklahoma · NCT06651359 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a mobile health app designed for Black men with prostate cancer to see if it can help improve their quality of life during and after treatment.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexMen only
Enrollment248 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Oklahoma
Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Tallahassee, Florida and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 24, 2025
Main results expectedOctober 2029
Study endsNovember 2030
Registry record updatedApril 1, 2026
Trial IDNCT06651359 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are ethnically diverse Black men who are within the first five years of their prostate cancer survivorship journey.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are not Black, have never been diagnosed with prostate cancer, or do not own a smartphone will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate a mobile health application designed specifically for ethnically diverse Black men with prostate cancer, whether they are currently undergoing treatment or are survivors. The app will provide tailored information, symptom monitoring, and patient testimonials to empower users in their care. Participants will complete online surveys at the start and at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, with a subset using the app for daily symptom tracking and weekly mood assessments. Feedback will be gathered through interviews at the end of the study to enhance the app's effectiveness.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this app could significantly improve the quality of life and engagement in care for Black prostate cancer survivors.

How similar studies have gone: While mobile health interventions have shown promise in various populations, this specific culturally tailored approach for Black prostate cancer survivors is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

\- Ethnically-diverse Black prostate cancer (CaP) survivors who are either native-born, Caribbean-born, or African-born

Exclusion Criteria:

* Men from other races.
* Men who have never been diagnosed with CaP
* Men who have the inability to speak English

Where it's running

  • Florida State University
    Tallahassee, Florida, United States
    Recruiting
  • Georgia College & State University
    Milledgeville, Georgia, United States
    Recruiting
  • University of Oklahoma HSC
    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.