New program aims to cut heart risk in rural breast cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT07426952

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Duke University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study is testing a program called WeCan-Rural for breast cancer survivors living in rural, underserved areas. The program includes 12 weekly video sessions to help manage symptoms like pain and fatigue, and build healthy habits around eating, exercise, and weight. The goal is to see if the program is helpful and can lower heart disease risk. About 40 women who have finished cancer treatment 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: WeCan-Rural Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a practical program to help breast cancer survivors lower their heart disease risk and improve quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 40 participants, and it is currently suspended. The program may not show clear benefits or be difficult to follow for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BREAST CANCER BREAST CANCER SURVIVORSHIP CARDIOVASCULAR (CV) RISK WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Duke University Medical Center
RECRUITING

Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
Maria Parham Cancer Center
RECRUITING

Henderson, North Carolina, 27536, United States
Scotland Health
RECRUITING

Laurinburg, North Carolina, 28352, United States
UNC Health Johnston
RECRUITING

Smithfield, North Carolina, 27577, United States
UNC Health Southeastern
RECRUITING

Lumberton, North Carolina, 28358, United States

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