Dietary App Feedback for Cancer Patients
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial focuses on understanding people's perceptions of a dietary mobile app. Researchers aim to gather feedback on the app's appeal and usefulness through focus groups and interviews. Participants will engage in group discussions and one-on-one interviews, either in person or via Zoom. The trial suits Pasadena Independent School District employees who completed the 6-month Vibrant Lives weight loss program or any adults who finished a weight loss program within the last year. As an unphased trial, participants can directly influence the development of a tool that could support healthier lifestyles.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the self-monitoring focus groups and interviews because they offer a fresh approach to understanding and managing health behaviors. Unlike traditional treatments that often rely on medication or therapy, this method emphasizes personal engagement and reflection through discussions and surveys. It provides participants with the opportunity to actively participate in their health journey, potentially leading to more personalized and effective outcomes. By using virtual Zoom interviews and one-on-one sessions, this approach is also more accessible and convenient, which could lead to broader participation and richer insights.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Karen M Basen-Engquist
Principal Investigator
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Focus Groups
Participants attend 4 sessions of focus groups to gather qualitative data on the mobile application
Interviews
Participants attend virtual Zoom interviews or one-on-one interviews to provide feedback on the mobile application
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for additional feedback and long-term preferences
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Discussion
- Interview
- Survey Administration
How Is the Trial Designed?
1
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
PHASE I: Participants attend 4 sessions of focus groups. PHASE II: Participants attend virtual Zoom interviews or one-on-one interviews.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor
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