Raising Awareness of Colorectal Screening in American Indian Communities
ConditionColorectal Cancer (CRC)
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age45-75
SponsorUniversity of Oklahoma
About this trial
This study focuses exclusively on American Indian individuals within their communities to enhance health equity and address a critical tribal health priority. American Indian populations experience some of the highest colorectal cancer (CRC) mortality rates in the nation. By conducting research within these communities, this study aims to improve early detection, prevention, and treatment strategies tailored to their specific needs. The findings will help develop targeted interventions to reduce CRC disparities and improve health outcomes for American Indian individuals.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Inclusion for patient interviews: American Indian Men and Women eligible for services at OKCIC and IHS facilities. American Indian Men and Women aged 45 to 75 years who are eligible for colorectal cancer screening.
Inclusion for the provider/staff/leadership interviews: Adults (18 to 80 years old) who are employed by the participating clinic.
Inclusion for caregiver/community member interviews: Adults aged 18 and over who are caregivers for patients eligible for CRC screening. Community members who are aged 18 and over.
Disqualifiers
Exclusion for patient interviews: Non-American Indian Men and Women and American Indian Men and Women that are not in the required age range for CRC screenings.
Exclusion for provider/staff/leadership interviews: Employees less than 18 years old or people not employed by the participating clinics.
Exclusion for caregivers/community members: People less than 18 years old, not a caregiver for a patient eligible for CRC screening. People less than 18 years old and not a member of the community where the participating clinics are located.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Navigator-led intervention
Treatment groups
446 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groupsLocations
Sponsors and collaborators
University of Oklahoma
Lead sponsor
Oklahoma City Indian Clinic
Collaborator
Indian Health Service (IHS)
Collaborator
Source ClinicalTrials.gov