๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-07-08

Strategies for Optimizing a Mailed FIT Program in Appalachia (NCT07173985)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The proposed study is examining strategies for optimizing mailed fecal immunochemical test (FIT) programs. In doing so, it will assess the efficacy of two promising strategies, FIT kit materials and patient navigation delivery mode. These strategies may help to improve colorectal cancer screening rates.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Columbus, Ohio

Age range: 45 Years to 74 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Standard FIT kit (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Enhanced FIT kit (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Telephone patient navigation (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Text message patient navigation (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Columbus, Ohio

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (614) 292-4803

Email: reiter.36@osu.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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 ยง 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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  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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