Raising Awareness of Colorectal Screening in American Indian Communities (NCT07515729) | Clinical Trial Compass
Not Yet RecruitingNot Applicable
Raising Awareness of Colorectal Screening in American Indian Communities
446 participantsStarted 2026-06
Plain-language summary
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.
Who can participate
Age range
45 Years – 75 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* 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.
Exclusion Criteria:
* 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.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Effects of a clinical intervention on CRC diagnostic testing outcomes