Comparative Study on Enhancing Oral Cancer Awareness: Classical Educational Materials vs. AI-Powered Chatbot
Virginia Commonwealth University
Summary
To evaluate the impact of AI-powered chatbot interactions versus traditional educational handouts on increasing participants' knowledge of oral cancer and its prevention
Description
The study evaluates the difference in outcome of two distinct interventions aimed at enhancing oral cancer awareness and prevention among participants from African American communities in the Richmond area. Participants assigned to the first intervention arm will receive traditional educational handouts sourced from trustworthy and reliable health sources such as the CDC, American Cancer Association (ACA), and other health education resources. These handouts will be provided to the participants and provided enough time to read them based on calculated reading time, focusing on increasing aware…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Identify as African American as defined by the US Census * Participants must be able to read, speak, and write in English Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who cannot physically or mentally participate in the research project will be excluded * Adults unable to consent * Individuals who are not yet adults (infants, children, teenagers) * Prisoners
Interventions
- BehavioralTraditional Education
Participants will receive traditional educational handouts focusing on increasing awareness of oral cancer risks, preventive strategies, and the importance of regular dental check-ups. Participants will be provided time to read the handouts based on calculated reading time.
- BehavioralAI-powered Chatbox
The chatbot interaction will be initiated through a provided link, allowing participants to access information and ask questions related to oral health and cancer prevention. The chatbot is programmed to provide accurate information on oral cancer risks, symptoms, preventive measures, and the importance of regular dental check-ups. Participants will be encouraged to interact with the chatbot for a specified duration
Location
- Virginia Commonwealth UniversityRichmond, Virginia