Health Education Campaign for Melanoma

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen by Sancy A. Leachman, MD, PhD

Age: Any Age

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Recruiting

Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial studies how well a health educational campaign works in increasing early detection of melanoma in Oregon. The health educational campaign may provide information to help people learn about the early signs of melanoma. Increased education in Oregon may decrease the number of people who die from melanoma and increase the number of melanomas that are identified at an earlier stage.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

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

What data supports the effectiveness of the Health Education Campaign for Melanoma treatment?

Research shows that educational campaigns can lead to earlier detection of melanoma, as seen in a public education program that increased the treatment of thin melanomas with a good prognosis. Additionally, educating patients about skin cancer risks and self-examination improves early diagnosis and survival rates. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is the Health Education Campaign for Melanoma safe for participants?

The research on educational interventions for melanoma, such as school-based programs and multimedia tools, focuses on increasing knowledge and promoting protective behaviors without indicating any safety concerns for participants. ^{2 3 6 7 8}

How does the Health Education Campaign for Melanoma differ from other treatments for melanoma?

The Health Education Campaign for Melanoma is unique because it focuses on educating people, especially high school students, about sun safety and early detection of melanoma, rather than using medication or medical procedures. This approach aims to prevent melanoma by changing behaviors and increasing awareness, which is different from traditional treatments that focus on treating the disease after it develops. ^{3 6 9 10 11}

Research Team

Sancy A. Leachman, MD, PhD

Principal Investigator

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is open to everyone in Oregon, including individuals interested in melanoma awareness, patients with melanoma, skin care professionals, and healthcare providers. The goal is to educate these groups on early signs of melanoma.

Inclusion Criteria

I am interested in melanoma awareness and education.

Exclusion Criteria

No one will be intentionally excluded

Trial Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Educational Campaign

Participants view digital media strategies and receive educational materials on melanoma. Surveys are completed to assess knowledge and confidence.

5 years

Ongoing digital engagement and educational sessions

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in melanoma literacy and early detection rates, as well as cost and incidence data collection.

5 years

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Educational Intervention (Behavioral Intervention)
• Health Education (Behavioral Intervention)
• Media Campaign (Behavioral Intervention)
• Survey Administration (Other)

Trial Overview The study tests the effectiveness of a health education campaign aimed at increasing early detection of melanoma through educational materials, media campaigns, and surveys.

Participant Groups

Group I: Prevention (health educational campaign) Experimental Treatment 4 Interventions

MEDIA CAMPAIGN: Participants view digital media strategies. PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS AND PROFESSIONALS: Primary care providers and professionals who see skin and potential melanomas receive online based curriculum on melanoma. Participants also complete a survey to assess knowledge and confidence before and after receiving the curriculum. MELANOMA COMMUNITY REGISTRY VOLUNTEERS: Melanoma Community Registry volunteers in Oregon receive educational and training materials on melanoma. Participants also complete a survey before and after receiving educational material. HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: High school students receive an educational lecture over 1 hour on sun-safety and early detection of melanoma practices. Participants also complete a survey before and after the educational lecture.

Find a Clinic Near You

Research Locations Nearby Select from list below to view details:

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute Portland, OR

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

Lead Sponsor

Trials

239

Patients Recruited

2,089,000+

Oregon Health and Science University

Collaborator

Trials

1024

Patients Recruited

7,420,000+

Melanoma Research Foundation

Collaborator

Trials

4

Patients Recruited

75,100+

Findings from Research

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Melanoma patients' disease-specific knowledge, information preference, and appreciation of educational YouTube videos for self-inspection. Damude, S., Hoekstra-Weebers, JEHM., van Leeuwen, BL., et al.[2017]

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Melanoma control in the United States: current status. Koh, HK., Geller, AC.[2019]

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]

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Patient education: recommendations regarding sunscreens, drugs, and diet. Russell, LC., Murray, J.[2019]

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Experience of a public education programme on early detection of cutaneous malignant melanoma. Doherty, VR., MacKie, RM.[2019]

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluating How a School-Based Skin Cancer Prevention Program Can Change Behavior Among North Carolina Highschoolers. Friday, S., Salisbury, K., Snyder, S., et al.[2023]

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]

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The effects of a professionally produced videotape on education and anxiety/distress levels for patients with newly diagnosed melanoma: a randomized, prospective clinical trial. Orringer, JS., Fendrick, AM., Trask, PC., et al.[2015]

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 systematic review of 25 studies involving 22,683 high school students found that educational programs on melanoma prevention significantly increased students' knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes towards sun safety and skin exams.

The review highlights the importance of using active learning strategies in educational curricula to effectively promote melanoma prevention and early detection among adolescents.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based High School Melanoma Prevention Curricula. Calco, GN., Orfaly, VE., Haag, CK., et al.[2023]

Melanoma is projected to be a major cancer concern in the 21st century, highlighting the need for effective health education to improve outcomes.

Regular skin self-examinations and public awareness campaigns, such as Melanoma Monday, are crucial for early detection and reducing the incidence and mortality rates associated with melanoma.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Skin self-examination for melanoma--another golden rule. Howell, JB.[2019]

References

1. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Melanoma patients' disease-specific knowledge, information preference, and appreciation of educational YouTube videos for self-inspection. [2017]

2. Germany pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Melanoma control in the United States: current status. [2019]

3. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Dermatologic health literacy in underserved communities: a case report of south Los Angeles middle schools. [2022]

4. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Patient education: recommendations regarding sunscreens, drugs, and diet. [2019]

5. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Experience of a public education programme on early detection of cutaneous malignant melanoma. [2019]

6. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluating How a School-Based Skin Cancer Prevention Program Can Change Behavior Among North Carolina Highschoolers. [2023]

7. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Impact of a multimedia intervention "Skinsafe" on patients' knowledge and protective behaviors. [2006]

8. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The effects of a professionally produced videotape on education and anxiety/distress levels for patients with newly diagnosed melanoma: a randomized, prospective clinical trial. [2015]

9. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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

10. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based High School Melanoma Prevention Curricula. [2023]

11. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Skin self-examination for melanoma--another golden rule. [2019]