Quality of life intervention for young African American breast cancer survivors
Piloting Y-AMBIENT: A Quality of Life Intervention for Young African American Breast Cancer Survivors in Treatment
This study is testing a phone program to see if it can help improve the quality of life for young African American women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 44 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Alabama at Birmingham Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT05243056 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the Y-AMBIENT intervention, a four-month telephone-based program designed to improve the quality of life for young African American women diagnosed with stage I-III breast cancer. Participants are randomized into two groups: one receiving the Y-AMBIENT intervention, which includes themed education sessions and follow-up calls, and the other receiving enhanced usual care. The study aims to assess the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention while exploring its impact on health-related outcomes. The trial is conducted by the University of Alabama at Birmingham in collaboration with the National Cancer Institute.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are African American women aged 18 to 44 who are currently undergoing treatment for stage I-III breast cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are already participating in formal survivorship navigation programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the quality of life and health outcomes for young African American breast cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar quality of life interventions, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Biologically born women * Self-identify as AA * Are aged 18 to 44 years on study entry * Are diagnosed with breast cancer stage I-III * Are in treatment with chemotherapy and/or radiation for stage I-III breast cancer at study entry * Are English- speaking * Have telephone and internet access Exclusion Criteria: * Participation in formal survivorship navigation programs because they are associated with improved health- related outcomes, which could be a confounder
Where this trial is running
Columbus, Ohio
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Columbus, Ohio, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Timiya Nolan, PhD — Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Email: OSUCCCClinicaltrials@osumc.edu
- Phone: 800-293-5066
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.