African American Men in the PLCO Trial: Developing and Testing Methods to Increase Retention
Abstract
The specific aims of this randomized trial are to evaluate the efficacy of an innovative intervention in retaining African American men in the screening arm of the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian (PLCO) Cancer Screening Trial at the Henry Ford Health System site, and to develop a culturally appropriate measurement instrument to assess perceptions of cancer screening. The study population consists of African American men aged 55 and older living in southeastern Michigan. Information related to community resources is shared with the study participants. Thus, competing needs that may prevent them from adhering to their PLCO screening tests are addressed. No statistically significant differences were found in education or age between the intervention group (n=3O1) and the control group (n=3OO). In terms of the measurement instrument, a literature search on African Americans' perceptions of cancer screening was conducted, potential survey items were placed into a theoretical framework, and a focus group was held. An abstract documenting the design of the study was submitted for presentation at the 2000 American Association for Cancer Research Conference. The findings of this study can be used to help African American men benefit from the positive aspects of participation in prostate cancer research.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA386819
Entities
People
- Marvella E Ford
Organizations
- Henry Ford Health