Peer power: could community education boost cancer screening?

NCT ID NCT07748377

Not yet recruiting Prevention Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot trial tests a community-based program designed to help Chinese immigrants aged 45-75 get up-to-date on colorectal and breast cancer screening. The program includes a group education session led by a community health worker and personalized help navigating the healthcare system. The goal is to see if this approach is acceptable, feasible, and effective in increasing screening rates.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: A community-based program combining group education sessions led by a community health worker and peer navigation assistance to encourage cancer screening.
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could increase cancer screening rates in underserved communities, potentially leading to earlier detection and better outcomes.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply broadly. The program's success depends on participant engagement and may not be sustainable without ongoing support.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast neoplasm colorectal neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BREAST NEOPLASMS COLORECTAL NEOPLASMS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Charles B. Wang Community Health Center

New York, New York, 10013, United States
Henry Street Settlement

New York, New York, 10002, United States
St. Margaret's House

New York, New York, 10038, United States
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

New York, New York, 10029, United States
United Chinese Association of Brooklyn

New York, New York, 11223, United States
University Settlement

New York, New York, 10002, United States
VNS Health Chinatown Community Center

New York, New York, 10013, United States

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