Facebook groups aim to boost skin checks in young melanoma families
NCT ID NCT03677739
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at whether Facebook groups can help young people diagnosed with melanoma (ages 18-39) and their close relatives do more skin exams and sun protection. About 1,160 participants will join either a melanoma-focused Facebook group or a healthy lifestyle Facebook group. The goal is to see if social media can improve skin check habits and catch new melanomas early.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Facebook-based informational intervention
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that social media is a useful tool to encourage skin checks and sun safety in families affected by melanoma.
What could go wrong
This is not testing a drug or treatment—it's a behavioral study. Results may not apply to everyone, and people might not change their habits just from Facebook posts.
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Locations
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MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08903, United States