Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Self-Sampling Options to Promote Equity

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age30-64
SponsorUniversity of Arizona

About this trial

This study is testing a new way to help people who are unhoused get screened for cervical cancer. Cervical cancer can often be prevented if it is found early. Many people who lack stable housing usually do not receive regular screenings.

Through this project, the investigators will bring screening to community locations in Tucson, Arizona, using a mobile health unit (MHU) from the University of Arizona (UA) and El Rio Health. At these sites, participants will receive easy-to-understand education about cervical cancer, learn how to collect their own sample for human papillomavirus (HPV) testing, and get follow-up care if needed.

The study has two goals:

* First, the investigators will see if this community-based approach helps more people complete cervical cancer screening. * Second, the investigators will ask participants, clinicians, and outreach staff for their opinions about the program and its practicality and acceptability.

By testing this approach, the investigators hope to find a way to make cervical cancer screening more accessible and effective for unhoused individuals.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Women or transgender men with a cervix

Ages 30-64 years

No Pap test in the past 3 years, or

No human papillomavirus (HPV) test in the past 5 years

Disqualifiers

History of cervical cancer

HIV positive

History of total hysterectomy

Known pregnancy

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Human papillomavirus Self-collection
  • Usual Care

Treatment groups

100 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

University of Arizona

Lead sponsor

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Collaborator

El Rio Santa Cruz Neighborhood Health Center

Collaborator