Online Programs to Promote Colon Cancer Screening
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To evaluate online peer support and colorectal cancer screening behavior among individuals who are not currently meeting colorectal cancer screening guidelines. This is a randomized controlled trial.
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Participants in the control group will view standard online information about colon cancer screening. Participants in the intervention group will view the same information and also will be invited to sign on to the online website and interact with peer supporters at their convenience. They will have 6 months to communicate with peer supporters. Peer supporters are encouraged to address comments and concerns of the study participants.
About 300 study participants, majority white, female. Inclusion criteria: age 50-75, not currently meeting colorectal cancer screening guidelines, no previous colorectal cancer.
The study will also include 15 previously identified peer supporters.
Recruitment: Administrators of the SparkPeople.com weight loss community will send study recruitment emails to members at least 50 years of age. Interested individuals will pass an eligibility screening and provide informed consent.
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Inclusion Criteria:
- Age 50-75
- Not currently meeting colorectal cancer screening guidelines
- No previous colorectal cancer.
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306 participants in 2 patient groups
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