Study of Video Education Compared to Standard Genetic Counseling for People with Specific Cancers

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating strategies to improve the accessibility of the Video Education with Result Dependent Disclosure VERDI model, which is used as a pre-genetic testing education alternative for people at risk of hereditary cancers including breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, colorectal, renal cancers, melanoma, and sarcoma. The study aims to better serve a diverse patient population by refining and testing this educational approach compared to standard genetic counseling. The study has two parts. The first part involves a qualitative assessment where about 20 participants watch an 8-minute educational video about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk and then complete a short interview by video or phone. The second part is a randomized controlled trial with 1000 participants comparing the VERDI video education model to standard genetic counseling. Both interventions are behavioral in nature, focusing on education about genetic testing. Participants will be involved by watching the educational video andor receiving genetic counseling, followed by interviews or assessments. Researchers will measure outcomes such as the acceptability of the video education through qualitative interviews conducted within three weeks. The study includes informed consent, and participants must be able to understand English or Spanish. The total duration and follow-up details vary by study part.

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