Free home tests could slash colon cancer deaths in black communities

NCT ID NCT05447923

Recruiting now Prevention Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study offers free home-based fecal immunochemical tests (FIT) and education to Black and underserved communities in Phoenix. The goal is to increase colorectal cancer screening and reduce disparities. About 450 people aged 45 and older who haven't had a recent colonoscopy or FIT test can join.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help close the gap in colorectal cancer screening rates and reduce deaths in Black and underserved communities.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage outreach study, not a treatment trial. It may not change long-term screening habits or reach enough people to make a big difference.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal carcinoma colorectal neoplasm colorectal cancer prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

COLORECTAL CARCINOMA

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Contact

Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

Mayo Clinic in Arizona
RECRUITING

Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States

Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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