Survivorship Education for Heart Health
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to help childhood cancer survivors understand their risk of heart problems later in life. It tests two educational approaches: one provides standard care materials about heart risk and screenings, while the other adds an online program with interactive tools to motivate heart health (the Healthy Hearts eHealth Program). The trial seeks survivors who haven't had a recent heart test and were treated with specific cancer therapies that increase heart risk. Participants should have completed previous study surveys and be comfortable using English. The study aims to encourage timely heart check-ups, which could be critical for long-term health.
As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could improve heart health education for future cancer survivors.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that these educational methods are safe for childhood cancer survivors?
Research has shown that the Healthy Hearts eHealth Program is safe for participants. It improves lifestyle habits and lowers the risk of heart disease by encouraging more exercise and healthier eating. No reports of serious side effects or problems have emerged from using this program.
The program employs an interactive approach, featuring avatar-led interviews and video stories from other survivors, to help users overcome obstacles to heart health screenings. Participants have responded positively to this method, with no major issues reported.
Overall, the Healthy Hearts eHealth Program provides a safe and supportive way to promote heart health awareness and action among childhood cancer survivors.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Survivorship Education for Heart Health trial because it explores innovative ways to improve heart health education among survivors. Unlike traditional methods that might just hand out printed materials, the trial uses the CIAS platform to deliver interactive content, including avatar-led motivational interviews and video vignettes from survivors. This approach could make learning about heart health more engaging and personalized, potentially leading to better understanding and adherence to recommended screenings. The hope is that these digital tools will break down barriers to care and encourage proactive management of heart health in a way that traditional pamphlets can't.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for heart health in childhood cancer survivors?
The Healthy Hearts eHealth Program, available to participants in this trial, has been shown in studies to lower the risk of heart disease. In one study, participants using this program experienced a 6.7% decrease in their 10-year risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). Another study found that the program encourages important heart health check-ups. It includes interactive features like motivational talks and videos, which help individuals manage their heart health more effectively. Overall, evidence suggests that this program can reduce heart disease risk by promoting lifestyle changes and regular check-ups.12367
Who Is on the Research Team?
Matthew Ehrhardt, MD, MS, MPI
Principal Investigator
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for childhood cancer survivors who are at risk of heart problems due to their past treatments. Participants should be interested in learning about their cardiovascular health and willing to undergo recommended heart screening tests.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Survey
Participants complete a baseline survey to assess initial conditions and eligibility
Intervention
Participants receive either the Healthy Hearts eHealth intervention or standard educational materials
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for adherence to cardiomyopathy screening and changes in screening precursors
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Healthy Hearts eHealth Program
- Survivorship Care Plan + Educational Materials (delivered via CIAS platform)
Trial Overview
The study evaluates the effectiveness of a Survivorship Care Plan with Educational Materials, delivered through the CIAS platform, versus an eHealth program called Healthy Hearts designed to educate survivors on cardiovascular risks.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants receive the same SOC materials plus a tailored eHealth intervention using CIAS. This includes avatar-led motivational interviewing, survivor video vignettes, and interactive modules addressing screening barriers.
Participants receive a personalized survivorship care plan and educational materials about cardiomyopathy risk and screening recommendations.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Lead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator
Citations
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The mean 10-year risk of CHD at baseline was 13.14% (SD 9.18) and had fallen at follow-up to 12.34% (SD 8.71), a mean reduction of 6.7% of the ...
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