The AYA Oncology Self-care Movement

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age15-25
SponsorNorthwestern University

About this trial

This trial will test the impact of a social media intervention for improving oral chemotherapy adherence among adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

15-25 years old

Diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Taking 6-mercpatopurine (6-MP) as part of their maintenance treatment with at least 6-months remaining

Be able to speak and read English

Disqualifiers

Cognitive impairments that would limit ability to complete measures, determined by the medical team

Absence of inclusion criteria above.

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Educational Website
  • #AYAOSM

Treatment groups

200 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Northwestern University

Lead sponsor

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Collaborator