Phone-based coaching to help prevent colon cancer and heart disease
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses community health worker support by phone to help people at higher risk stay on top of recommended screening. It may help reduce colorectal cancer risk and also improve heart health.
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Who can take part
- You speak and read English
- You are age 45 or older
- You are not current with your colon (colorectal) cancer screening
- You have access to a working phone you can use for calls
- You are able and willing to give informed consent
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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