Actively Recruiting
CoGENES Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
Led by University of Southern California · Updated on 2026-05-12
140
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
156 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
U
University of Southern California
Lead Sponsor
N
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of trained community engagement specialists for improving communication on colorectal cancer (CRC) prevention and genetic testing among Hispanic/Latino/a/x (H/L) communities. CRC is the second and third leading cause of cancer deaths among United States (US) H/L men and women respectively. Knowledge of inherited germline mutations (changes in a gene that occurs in a sperm or egg cell) is critical for understanding cause of disease and can impact patient treatment options and outcomes. Educational programs and participant engagement approaches focused on H/L individuals considering Latino cultural values, literacy, numeracy, barriers faced, cultural beliefs and attitudes, as well as language of participants are much needed to address these observed disparities. The Community Genetic Navigation Specialists (CoGENES) Program focuses on increasing knowledge, and preparing the CoGENES trainees to help respond to questions, fears, and concerns regarding genetic testing, counseling, biospecimen (sample of urine, blood, or tissue cells) donation and participation in clinical trials to H/L community members, patients and their families. CoGENES may improve communication on colorectal cancer prevention and genetic testing which can help reduce cancer disparities among H/L communities.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
CoGENES Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Ability to understand and willingness to sign a written informed consent
- Self-reported Hispanic/Latino/a/x ethnicity, of any race
- Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish or English
- Resides in Los Angeles County
You will not qualify if you...
- Younger than 18 years of age
- Major cognitive deficit or psychiatric impairment
- Unable to read and write Spanish or English
- Resides outside of Los Angeles County
- Community health educator or received colorectal cancer or cancer genetics training in the past three years
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
USC / Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90033
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
B
Bianca Rosales
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Number of Arms
2
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