New study explores work challenges for men with cancer

NCT ID NCT05250284

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at how cancer treatment impacts the work life and overall well-being of 400 men, ages 21 to 70, who have been newly diagnosed with solid tumors like colorectal, lung, or head and neck cancer. Participants will fill out questionnaires about their work hours, financial stress, and emotional health over 12 months. The goal is to better understand the challenges low-income and Latino men face while balancing treatment and employment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help doctors and employers better support cancer patients who want to keep working during treatment.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any new drug or therapy, so it cannot directly improve health outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal cancer head and neck cancer lung cancer multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SOLID TUMOR

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
RECRUITING

Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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