Could a digital tool help smokers decide on lung cancer screening?

NCT ID NCT07716527

First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a web-based digital tool designed to help people aged 50–80 who smoke or recently quit make informed decisions about lung cancer screening. The tool includes a personalized risk calculator, patient stories, and smoking cessation resources. Researchers compare its usability and effectiveness against standard educational materials from the American Cancer Society.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a web-based digital health tool prototype containing lung cancer screening information, a personalized risk calculator, patient stories, and smoking cessation resources
What this could lead to
If successful, this tool could help more people make informed decisions about lung cancer screening, potentially catching cancers earlier.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study testing a prototype, so the tool may not be effective or widely adopted. Results may not apply to all populations.

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  • Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

    New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States

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