Empowering Vulnerable and Resilient Latinas to Obtain Breast Cancer Care
University of Illinois at Chicago
Summary
The investigator and study staff will identify, recruit and randomize Latina participants with elevated genetic and Social Determinants of Heath (SDH) risks. Within 1 week of enrollment, all Latina Aim 1 participants in both study arms will engage in three 30-minute, individual, phone-based sessions with the study team across 3 consecutive weeks
Description
The investigator and study staff will identify, recruit and randomize Latina participants with elevated genetic and Social Determinants of Heath (SDH) risks. Within 1 week of enrollment, all Latina Aim 1 participants in both study arms will engage in three 30-minute, individual, phone-based sessions with the study team across 3 consecutive weeks. Sessions will be based on landline or cellphone calls. Within 1 week after each session, all Latina Aim 1 participants will receive copies of the multi-media materials (e.g., personalized plans) by text message or mail, depending on participants' pref…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 30+ years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: Aim 1 1. female biological sex 2. identification as Latina 3. one genetic risk factor (i.e., personal history of breast cancer or family history of breast or ovarian cancer) 4. one SDH risk factor, based on the American Cancer Society's definitions (e.g., perceived financial struggles; transportation difficulties; exposure to violence; housing challenges; social isolation/challenges) 5. 30+ years old, based on American Cancer Society (ACS) screening guidelines for high risk populations 6. No receipt of cancer genetic counseling AND no receipt of genetic testing Aim 2 1.…
Interventions
- OtherEmpowerment and Navigation
Empowerment and Navigation
- OtherSOC
SOC
Location
- University of IllinoisChicago, Illinois