New study aims to uncover why cancer affects black communities differently

NCT ID NCT05754658

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study looks at the genes and social factors that influence breast and prostate cancer in people of African descent. Researchers will collect blood and tumor samples from 1500 Black patients across the US, Africa, and the Caribbean. The goal is to find genetic changes and understand how lifestyle and healthcare access affect cancer. This is a research study, not a treatment trial.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Fox Chase Cancer Center

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    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19111, United States

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