Help from a young adult to boost colorectal screening
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether an approach involving a young adult helps people get colorectal cancer screening. It may help by using regular conversations within families to encourage screening.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Live in a specific colorectal cancer “hotspot” county in Virginia or North Carolina
- Be between ages 25 and 75
- Be able to speak, read, and understand English
- If you are part of the “young adult” group, talk at least every two weeks with an older relative who should be eligible for colorectal screening
- If you’re assigned to Aims 1 or 2, you may not be eligible for the Aim 3 part of the study
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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