Plain-English translation of NCT06972160 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether friendly reminders—sent by text message and phone call—can help more people actually complete colorectal cancer screening. Half of the participants will receive these reminders, while the other half will not. The goal is to see if these simple nudges make a real difference in getting people screened.
Many people who should get colorectal cancer screening put it off or forget to do it. This study wants to find out if easy reminders can help more people stay on track and get screened, which saves lives by catching cancer early.
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If you join this study, you will either receive reminders to complete your screening or serve as a comparison group that receives no reminders. Those getting reminders will receive text messages, automated phone calls, or calls from a doctor's office staff member encouraging them to use their home screening kit. The study simply tracks whether you complete the screening test and compares completion rates between the two groups.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 18, 2026 · Not medical advice
Portugal
Sponsor
Local Health Unit Barcelos/Esposende, Public Health Unit
Collaborators
Instituto de Saude Publica da Universidade do Porto
Enrollment target
~1,038 participants
Started
April 2025
Primary completion
September 2025
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
49 Years – 75 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in May 2025.
Reach out to the team running this trial. Response times vary — some teams are faster than others.
Central contact
Marina Barroso Pinheiro MD, PhD, PhD
Local Health Unit Barcelos/Esposende, Public Health Unit
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.