Education for Melanoma Prevention in Hispanics

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Phase 2

Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

Disqualifiers: Non-Hispanic, Under 18, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Prior Safety Data This treatment has passed at least one previous human trial

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 2

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to develop an educational platform to help prevent melanoma, a type of skin cancer, in Hispanic communities. The focus is on teaching sun-smart habits such as using sunscreen, wearing sun-protective clothing, and performing self-skin checks. Participants will complete an educational module, known as the Educational Intervention, and answer questions before and three months after the training. This trial suits Hispanic or Latino patients at Mayo Clinic who have email access. As a Phase 2 trial, the research measures the effectiveness of the educational intervention in an initial, smaller group of people.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What prior data suggests that this educational intervention is safe for participants?

Research shows that educational programs for preventing skin cancer are generally safe for participants. These programs teach people about the risks of skin cancer and how to protect themselves, such as by using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing.

Evidence from past studies indicates that these programs can successfully encourage people to adopt sun-safe habits without causing harm. For instance, high school programs have helped students develop healthier habits without any reported negative effects.

Overall, these educational strategies are well-received because they focus on providing information and encouraging behavior changes, rather than involving medical procedures or medications. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about this educational intervention for melanoma prevention in Hispanics because it focuses on awareness and behavior change, rather than medical or surgical treatments. Unlike standard options such as topical sunscreens or regular skin checks, this approach empowers individuals with knowledge to reduce their risk through informed lifestyle choices. By directly engaging participants with educational training, this method has the potential to create lasting habits and increase prevention efforts among a population that may not be fully reached by traditional methods.

What evidence suggests that this educational intervention is effective for melanoma prevention in Hispanics?

Research has shown that educational programs can increase awareness about melanoma among Hispanic communities. One study found that an online program improved understanding of melanoma, a type of skin cancer. This trial will test an educational intervention in which participants complete a training module designed to teach sun protection and skin self-examination for cancer signs. By raising awareness and encouraging sun-safe habits, these educational efforts aim to lower melanoma risk and catch it early when treatment is easiest. Although more research is needed, early results are promising for improving melanoma prevention through education. ^{6 7 8 9 10}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Aaron Mangold

Principal Investigator

Mayo Clinic

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for Hispanic or Latino individuals, aged 18 and older, who are patients at the Mayo Clinic with an email on file. It aims to educate them about melanoma prevention. Those not fitting this description cannot participate.

Inclusion Criteria

Patients who identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino and receive care at the Mayo Clinic.

Have an email on file with Mayo Clinic

Exclusion Criteria

All patients who do not meet inclusion criteria

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Educational Training

Participants complete an educational training module and a questionnaire at baseline

1 week

1 visit (virtual)

Follow-up

Participants complete a follow-up questionnaire to assess knowledge retention and behavior change

3 months

1 visit (virtual)

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Educational Intervention

Trial Overview The study is testing an educational program designed to increase awareness and encourage behaviors that protect against melanoma, like using sunscreen, wearing sun-protective clothing, and performing self-skin examinations.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Prevention (Educational training) Experimental Treatment 2 Interventions

Participants complete an educational training module and complete questionnaire at baseline (before educational training module) and 3 months after completing educational training.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Mayo Clinic

Lead Sponsor

Trials

3,427

Recruited

3,221,000+

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Collaborator

Trials

14,080

Recruited

41,180,000+

Published Research Related to This Trial

The Skinsafe multimedia intervention significantly improved melanoma knowledge among patients, with scores increasing from 3.03 in the control group to 3.71 in the intervention group after 6 months (P < 0.001).

Patients who received the Skinsafe intervention reported more protective skin behaviors and were more likely to check their moles, indicating that the program effectively encouraged proactive skin health practices.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Impact of a multimedia intervention "Skinsafe" on patients' knowledge and protective behaviors. Glazebrook, C., Garrud, P., Avery, A., et al.[2006]

Malignant melanoma is increasingly common, with a 7% annual rise in incidence, highlighting the urgent need for effective prevention and detection strategies.

A new public education program targeting schools, pediatricians, nurses, and state agencies aims to educate at-risk populations about melanoma and skin cancer, potentially improving early detection and prevention efforts.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A plan to promote the prevention and early detection of melanoma. Harris, J.[2016]

A study involving 150 middle school students in South Los Angeles showed that many students, particularly Latino youth, lacked knowledge about skin cancer risks and sun safety before educational intervention, but after receiving education, 94% expressed intent to use sunscreen in the future.

Post-intervention, 80% of students reported some sunscreen use, with 24% of Latino students using it daily, highlighting the effectiveness of education in improving sun safety practices, although cost remains a barrier for consistent use.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Dermatologic health literacy in underserved communities: a case report of south Los Angeles middle schools. Chapman, LW., Ochoa, A., Tenconi, F., et al.[2022]

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