New study tests if checking in from home can improve cancer care

NCT ID NCT07024329

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a program where cancer patients report symptoms from home using a digital questionnaire. A nurse monitors the results and provides advice between clinic visits. The goal is to see if this improves quality of life and reduces emergency room visits and hospital stays. Over 1,000 patients will take part.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Remote symptom monitoring and management program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve cancer patients' quality of life and reduce emergency visits and hospital stays by catching symptoms early.
What could go wrong
This is a large implementation study, not a drug trial. The benefit may be modest and depend on patient engagement. Results may not apply to all cancer types or healthcare systems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm Patient Acceptance of Health Care

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Arthur J. E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre

    RECRUITING

    Calgary, Alberta, T2N 4N1, Canada

  • Central Alberta Cancer Centre

    RECRUITING

    Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 6R2, Canada

  • Cross Cancer Institute

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 1Z2, Canada

  • High River Community Cancer Centre

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    High River, Alberta, T1V 1B3, Canada

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