Texting beats calling for colon cancer tests
NCT ID NCT06632054
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether sending text message reminders helps more people complete a take-home colon cancer screening test (FIT) compared to standard phone call reminders. Over 1,200 adults from NYU family health centers took part. Researchers tracked how many completed the test within 7, 14, and 21 days.
What this could mean
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Active substance
text message reminders
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple text reminders are a better way to encourage colon cancer screening than phone calls.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, so results are available but may not apply to other clinics or populations. Text reminders may not work for everyone.
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Locations
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States