UCLA partnered with Northeast Valley Health Corporation (NEVHC) to assess repeat FIT rates and factors that contribute to repeat FIT over a 5-year follow-up period. We performed a retrospective cohort study among NEVHC patients who completed a FIT test in 2013 and examined CRC screening completion over the subsequent 5 years (2014-2018). The study was […]
FORTE is a national colorectal cancer prevention study that aims to answer the following question: Should people who have small and benign colon polyps removed during colonoscopy have a repeat colonoscopy exam in 5 years or in 10 years? This study is needed because the best strategy for the timing of a repeat colonoscopy is […]
This study utilizes a pragmatic, cluster randomized trial design within one of the largest FQHCs in the nation to test the effectiveness of a multilevel and multicomponent intervention (patient, provider, health system) that targets severval barriers to follow-up colonoscopy in both the FQHC (primary care) and GI specialty care settines. Specific aims including comparing the […]
The Community Collaboration to Advance Racial/Ethnic Equity in colorectal cancer (CRC) Screening (CARES) project aims to increase CRC screening rates in Community Health Centers (CHCs). CRC screening is underutilized, especially in CHCs that provide primary care services to low-income, uninsured, and racial/ethnic minority populations. The multilevel, multi-component pragmatic cluster randomized controlled trial is being conducted […]
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a common and deadly disease that is largely preventable through the detection and removal of colon polyps. Over 1 million Americans are diagnosed with high-risk polyps of the colon each year and are at increased risk for CRC; however, uptake of recommended repeat colonoscopy in 3 years to reduce CRC risk […]
Cancer survivors diagnosed at an early age remain at risk for cancer recurrence and other chronic diseases. This study assessed engagement in surveillance for recurrence, cancer screening, and other recommended preventive health services among breast and colorectal cancer survivors with early onset disease (≤ 50 years) who were diagnosed in California. Project Investigator(s): Beth Glenn, […]
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause for cancer-related mortality in the United States (US), but screening is underutilized, especially in low-resource settings and among low income populations. The study aims to identify deficiencies in clinical care processes required to achieve colonoscopic follow-up after positive FIT. The information gained will serve as the foundation for […]
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cause of cancer mortality in the U.S and screening is underutilized (62% U.S. rate in 2015). To address this issue, UCLA is partnering with Northeast Valley Health Corporation (NEVHC) to increase CRC screening. We will implement and evaluate a program that includes patient, provider and health-system elements. We […]