New strategy aims to boost colon cancer screening in underserved communities
NCT ID NCT04514341
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program to increase colorectal cancer screening and follow-up in federally qualified health centers, which serve many low-income and uninsured people. The program included education for doctors and staff, patient reminders, and help navigating care. Researchers wanted to see if these steps could get more people screened and ensure abnormal results are followed up on.
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 approach could help more people in underserved communities get timely colorectal cancer screening and follow-up, potentially catching cancer earlier.
- What could go wrong
- This was a small implementation study with only 4 health centers, so results may not apply broadly. It focused on process improvements, not a new treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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PCC Community Wellness Centers
Oak Park, Illinois, 60302, United States
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