Text Messages to Encourage Colorectal Cancer Screening
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether reminder text messages help people complete colorectal cancer screening. You would receive SMS messages encouraging you to schedule a screening test if you haven't done so after an initial invitation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 69 years old
- You live in the Vallès Occidental area
- You were invited to colorectal cancer screening but haven't participated within 5 weeks of that invitation
- You have never been diagnosed with colorectal cancer
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis)
- You are healthy enough to undergo a colonoscopy if screening results require it
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether different types of text messages can encourage people to schedule their cancer screenings. If you are due for a screening, you may receive a message that could help you remember to get it done.
This study tests whether a smart text message reminder (an 'AI nudge') can help more people schedule and complete a colonoscopy. If you're due for a colonoscopy after a positive stool test, you might get reminders or extra support to make sure you go through with the screening.
This study tests whether text message reminders can help more people complete their colorectal cancer screening. If you're due for a stool-based test, you may get text nudges to help you stay on track.
This study tests whether text messages can help you remember and complete colorectal cancer screening tests like FIT or colonoscopy. You'll receive reminder texts before and after your doctor's visit to encourage you to get screened.
This study tests ways to remind people to do a simple at-home stool test (called FIT) to check for early signs of colon cancer. If you're due for screening, you might get a mailed kit and reminders to help you stay healthy.
This study uses text messages to help people get their yearly lung cancer screening. If you're between 50–80, have a significant smoking history, and haven't completed your annual screening yet, you may be able to join from home.
Hear when a new Early Detection of Cancer trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.