Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, explained in plain language.
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New Self-Amplifying mRNA vaccine aims to better protect transplant patients against COVID-19
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new COVID-19 vaccine (LUNAR-COV19) in 56 adults who received a blood stem cell transplant within the past year. These patients often have weaker immune responses to standard vaccines. The new vaccine uses a self-amplifying mRNA that may produce a stronger and l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Two apps battle to help smokers kick the habit
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two smartphone apps designed to help people stop smoking. One app uses a therapy that focuses on mood and behavior, while the other uses standard quitting advice. About 1,800 adult smokers who want to quit in the next month will use one of the apps for 30 days…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App-based therapy aims to break teen vaping addiction
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a new smartphone app called QuitQuest can help teenagers stop vaping. It compares QuitQuest to the National Cancer Institute's SmokefreeTeenQuitVaping app. The study involves teens aged 13-17 who vape regularly and want to quit. QuitQuest uses acceptance …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs takes on Hard-to-Treat bladder cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—enfortumab vedotin, pembrolizumab, and quemliclustat—in people with advanced bladder or urinary tract cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and effective. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Selective cell removal may tame stem cell Transplant's dangerous side effect
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether removing a specific type of immune cell (naive T cells) from a donor's stem cell graft can prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a serious complication where donor cells attack the recipient's body. The trial enrolls people with non-malignant blood di…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New chatbot aims to help native americans kick the habit
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing two remote programs—a chatbot app called QuitBot and a text messaging service—to help American Indian and Alaska Native adults quit smoking. About 772 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the programs. The goal is to see which approach works bett…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can an app plus nicotine gum help hispanic smokers kick the habit?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial will enroll 854 Hispanic adults who smoke and want to quit. Participants will use the iCanQuit smartphone app, which teaches skills to manage cravings and prevent relapse. Half will also receive nicotine replacement therapy (gum, patch, or lozenge) to ease wi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New targeted radiation therapy aims to improve stem cell transplants for tough myeloma
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new approach for high-risk multiple myeloma: a radioactive antibody that targets cancer cells, followed by a donor stem cell transplant. The antibody delivers radiation directly to myeloma cells, while chemotherapy and low-dose radiation help prepar…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can a smaller dose of this cancer drug still work? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a lower dose of the immunotherapy drug nivolumab, given less often, can still control cancer in people with various advanced or metastatic cancers. The goal is to see if a cheaper, more accessible regimen works as well as the standard high-co…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Double probe heat therapy may slash cervical cancer risk in HIV-positive women
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study will test if using two heat probes instead of one can better prevent cervical cancer in 300 women with HIV in Zimbabwe. The standard single-probe treatment often fails in these women. The goal is to see if the two-probe method is safe, acceptable, and more effective at…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New probe technique could slash cervical cancer risk in HIV-Positive women
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using two probes during a heat-based treatment (thermal ablation) works better than the usual one-probe method to prevent cervical cancer in women living with HIV. About 200 women aged 25-49 with HIV and cervical precancer will be enrolled. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can a remote nurse boost HIV prevention at kenyan pharmacies?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a remote nurse via telehealth to pharmacy-based PrEP/PEP services helps more people start and continue HIV prevention. About 1,580 pharmacy clients in Kenya will either get standard pharmacy care or extra telehealth support with SMS reminders. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Two probes better than one? new study aims to cut cervical cancer in women with HIV
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether using two heat probes instead of one to treat cervical precancer works better for women living with HIV. Researchers in Rwanda will enroll 300 women to see if the two-probe approach is safe, acceptable, and more effective at clearing HPV. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Double probe heat therapy could slash cervical cancer risk in HIV-Positive women
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using two heat probes instead of one can better prevent cervical cancer in women living with HIV, who face a much higher risk. Researchers will enroll 300 women in Kenya to see if the two-probe method is safe, acceptable, and more effective at clearing HP…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Free money for cancer patients: $1,000 monthly cash cards tested in new study
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will give 20 early-stage cancer patients a preloaded cash card with $1,000 each month. The goal is to see if this simple cash support can prevent financial hardship, like debt or missed rent, and improve treatment outcomes. Researchers will measure how many peopl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A virtual pharmacy visit may ease opioid fears for cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a group telehealth session led by a palliative care pharmacist can help cancer patients better understand and manage their opioid pain medications. Many patients struggle with side effects, complex dosing, and fear of addiction, which can lead to un…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing your meals might ease cancer treatment side effects
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if eating only within an 8-hour window each day (time-restricted eating) can reduce treatment side effects and improve quality of life for people with solid tumors starting adjuvant therapy after surgery. Fifty adults will be randomly assigned to follow this eati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can spiritual workshops ease Cancer's existential pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a spiritual health program called PATH for cancer patients struggling with feelings of disconnection, loss of meaning, or existential distress. Twenty adults with any stage of cancer will attend six workshops combining role-playing, psychology, and dignity therap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can a custom toolkit help indigenous smokers spot lung cancer earlier?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a specially designed educational toolkit, called the Lung Toolkit, can improve knowledge about lung cancer and screening among American Indian and Alaskan Native adults aged 50 to 80 who smoke cigarettes. The toolkit includes a website with resources and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC