New tool helps seniors with low health literacy make smarter cancer screening choices
NCT ID NCT04748380
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a decision aid to help adults aged 76-85 with low health literacy decide about colorectal cancer screening. 60 participants from community health centers used the tool to weigh the benefits and risks. The goal was to see if it helped them make more informed screening choices based on their health and risk factors.
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University of Pennsylvania Health System
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States