Clinical trial for Colorectal Cancer
Official title Colorectal Cancer Screening in the Homeless
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07220018
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether text messages help people get screened for colon cancer. It also looks at what people think about this method.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are homeless and between 45 and 75 years old. You must not have had a recent colon cancer check.
- What's involved
- You would get text messages to remind you about your cancer check. You would also answer questions in a short interview.
- Time commitment
- The study involves getting texts and doing one interview over a set time.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Homeless persons aged 45 - 75 years old, with no up-to-date colorectal cancer screening defined as: 1) no colonoscopy in the past 10 years, or 2) no...
- English or Spanish speaking
- currently presenting to the shelter clinics for medical care
- connected to multidisciplinary social and health services in NYC shelter clinics
You likely can't join if
- known active/uncontrolled illness rendering homeless persons to undergo screening, CRC in the past 2 years, colectomy, Inflammatory Bowel Dis...
- inability to read and respond to SMS texts
- any condition preventing participants from providing informed consent.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 45 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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