Colorectal Cancer Screening in the Homeless (NCT07220018)
mHealth Navigation Using SMS Texting to Improve CRC Screening Among Homeless Persons
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study is designed to assess the effect of implementing a text messaging strategy for colorectal cancer screening among homeless persons aged 45-75 years, who are not up to date on colorectal cancer screening, in shelter clinics in NYC. This mixed-methods study uses a randomized clinical trial design and semi-structured interviews.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: George Washington University — Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Age range: 45 Years to 75 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- mHealth for Colorectal cancer screening in Homeless Persons (BEHAVIORAL)
- Control SMS Messages (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)
- George Washington University — Washington D.C., District of Columbia
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (202) 994-6803
Email: leahbaud@gwu.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.