Training and educating diverse communities about cancer awareness and prevention
Engaging Diverse and Underserved Communities in Cancer Awareness Training and Education (EDUCATE)
This study is trying to see if teaching people in the UC Davis area about cancer risks and prevention can help them better understand how to stay healthy and get screened for cancer.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, Davis Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sacramento, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT05761782 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This initiative aims to enhance cancer awareness and prevention education among residents in the University of California Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center's catchment area, which includes approximately 5 million people. The program focuses on educating the community about modifiable risk factors for cancer, such as tobacco use, obesity, and the importance of vaccinations. Through various outreach activities, participants will receive educational materials and training to improve their knowledge and attitudes towards cancer screening and prevention. The effectiveness of these educational efforts will be evaluated using both quantitative and qualitative data.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this initiative are residents of the UCDCCC catchment area who are interested in learning about cancer prevention and screening.
Not a fit: Patients over the age of 80 may not benefit from this program due to the exclusion criteria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase cancer screening rates and awareness in underserved communities, leading to earlier detection and better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational outreach programs have shown success in increasing cancer awareness and screening rates in diverse populations, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * UCDCCC (University of California, Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center) Catchment Area Population Exclusion Criteria: * Above age 80
Where this trial is running
Sacramento, California
- University of California, Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center — Sacramento, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Julie Dang, Ph.D. — University of California, Davis
- Study coordinator: Alex Gori, B.S.
- Email: acgori@ucdavis.edu
- Phone: 916-703-5165
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.