🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-06-09

The Role of Lifestyle Factors in Breast Cancer-Related Outcomes (NCT02079662)

Integrative Oncology Program in Improving Cancer-Related Outcomes in Patients With Stage II or III Breast Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy

🔵 Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This randomized clinical trial studies an integrative oncology (making changes in lifestyle and behavior) program in improving cancer-related outcomes in patients with stage II or III breast cancer undergoing radiation therapy. An integrative oncology program consisting of dietary recommendations, physical activity, stress management, social support, and control of environmental contaminants may modify cancer-related biological processes, influence long-term treatment results, and improve the quality of life of patients.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: M D Anderson Cancer Center — Houston, Texas

Age range: 18 Years

🧪 Interventions in This Study

  • Behavioral, Psychological or Informational Intervention (OTHER)
  • Best Practice (OTHER)
  • Cognitive Intervention (OTHER)
  • Computer-Assisted Intervention (OTHER)
  • Counseling (OTHER)
  • Exercise Intervention (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Laboratory Biomarker Analysis (OTHER)
  • Quality-of-Life Assessment (OTHER)
  • Questionnaire Administration (OTHER)

📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center — Houston, Texas

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

Explore by condition: All Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v6 and v7 clinical trials

💡 How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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