RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05130606

CONTIGO - A Narrative Intervention to Enhance Genetic Counseling and Testing

Testing a Narrative Intervention to Enhance Genetic Counseling and Testing

Sponsor

Georgetown University

Enrollment

332 participants

Start Date

Jun 1, 2021

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer

Summary

This is a mixed-methods Hybrid Type 1 research design (efficacy study) in which we aim to conduct a two-arm randomized controlled trial and an Implementation Focused Process Evaluation of a culturally-targeted video and referral screening tool. In this study, the investigators aim to evaluate the efficacy of a culturally targeted video previously developed by the research team vs. a Spanish-language fact sheet from an established group on enhancing genetic counseling and testing uptake and psychosocial outcomes in Latina women at risk for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. The investigators will test the video's efficacy while also gathering data on the implementation and future sustainability of using the Risk Screening Tool (RST) and video in community clinics.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria13

Aim 1 and 2.
Self-identify as a Latina woman
Be 18 years old or older
Be able to provide informed consent
Be fluent in Spanish
Meet NCCN criteria to be considered for genetic cancer risk assessment for HBOC, whether by a personal history of cancer or family history of cancer
No previous participation in genetic counseling or testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer risk
No other family members are participating in this study
Have not participated in any previous studies involving interventions about HBOC or GCT
Aim 3.
Be 18 years old or older
Be fluent in English or Spanish
Have a role in the partner community clinic as either a) full-time or part-time employee b) intern c) volunteer

Exclusion Criteria1

Interventions

BEHAVIORALCulturally Targeted Narrative Video: "Is My Cancer Hereditary? Rosa Visits a Genetic Counselor."

Participants randomized to the video arm will receive a link with a password by email or text message to watch the video, depending on participants' preference. Participants without internet access will receive a DVD. Participants will be instructed to watch the video alone with no interruptions. We will ask them not to share the link with others.

BEHAVIORALFORCE Fact Sheet

Participants will receive a PDF of the fact sheet by email, text message, or a printed fact sheet by mail depending on participants' preferences. The fact sheet includes information about genes, breast cancer, risk factors for HBOC, genetic counseling and testing, and resources.