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Virtual coach aims to boost diversity in cancer trials

NCT ID NCT07126496

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a virtual community health educator (vCHE) can increase referrals to cancer clinical trials among diverse populations. Researchers will enroll 2,000 cancer patients and their caregivers across Florida. Participants interact with a computer-based agent that provides culturally tailored information in English or Spanish. The goal is to see if this approach can help underrepresented groups learn about and join cancer trials.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Virtual community health educator (vCHE) - a computer-based agent providing tailored information
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that virtual health educators are a cost-effective way to increase diverse participation in cancer clinical trials, helping reduce health disparities.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study focused on referrals, not treatment outcomes. It may not prove that vCHEs actually improve trial enrollment or health results.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 2,000 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2025

Expected to finish

Aug 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals Diagnosed with Cancer * 18 years or older * Must have received a cancer diagnosis at any point in your life * Able to understand English or Spanish * Care Partners * Must be a care partner (also known as caregiver, carer, supporter, helper, aide, assistant, companion, attendant, advocate, or family caregiver) of an adult who has received a cancer diagnosis * Must be actively involved in the decision-making process OR care of a person diagnosed with cancer * Must be 18 years or older Exclusion Criteria: * Self-reported: people who are currently or have been in a cancer clinical trial within the last 3 years

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer hematopoietic and lymphoid system neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hematopoietic and lymphatic system neoplasm Malignant solid neoplasm

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Contacts and locations

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  • Contact

    Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Florida

    RECRUITING

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224-9980, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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