Genetic Testing for the Prevention of Cancer in American Indian Communities (JUNIPER Trial) (NCT06569316)
Journey to Understanding - American Indian Peoples Engagement in Cancer Research Arizona (JUNIPER)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This clinical trial is studying the genetic changes in cells associated with different types of cancer in American Indian (AI) populations in the Southwest to improve cancer screening, precision prevention, and therapeutic intervention for individual in these communities. AI tribes have much lower rates of cancer screening, have more limited access to healthcare, are more often diagnosed at later stages of disease, and have the poorest outcomes in all types of cancer when compared to any other racial and ethnic group in the United States. Due to these significant cancer health disparities, AIs have been understudied and little is known about the molecular characterization of tumors arising in AIs. Undergoing genetic testing of tumors may improve cancer outcomes in AI participants and communities.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Mayo Clinic in Arizona — Scottsdale, Arizona
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Biospecimen Collection (PROCEDURE)
- Communication Intervention (OTHER)
- Genetic Testing (OTHER)
- Survey Administration (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Mayo Clinic in Arizona — Scottsdale, Arizona
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (855) 776-0015
Email: mayocliniccancerstudies@mayo.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.