NCT07029490 · University of Utah
Enhancing Mammography Programs for Outreach, Wellness, Education, and Resources (EMPOWER) in Underserved Populations Study
(EMPOWER)
What this study is about
This study is investigating the feasibility of a digital tool called a chatbot for providing educational information about mammography through a tablet, computer, or phone. This study will recruit participants who recently had a mammogram with the University of Utah. Based on their mammography results, women will be placed into two cohorts using their BI-RADS category.
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This study is investigating the feasibility of a digital tool called a chatbot for providing educational information about mammography through a tablet, computer, or phone. This study will recruit participants who recently had a mammogram with the University of Utah. Based on their mammography results, women will be placed into two cohorts using their BI-RADS category. Once mammogram results are available, patients will be randomized 1:1 to either usual care or usual care with chatbot.
Interventions
OTHER
Chatbot
The Chatbot used in this study will be used after mammography to facilitate follow-up, answer patient questions, and provide information.
Primary outcome measures
Screening Adherence
Time frame: up to 24 months from initiation of study intervention
This outcome measure will test the addition of virtual navigation to usual processes of care to increase screening adherence for underserved women undergoing mobile mammography who have an abnormal breast cancer screening exam. Screening adherence will be measured as a two-point survey item (Yes/No). This outcome measure will report the proportion of participants who self-reported screening adherence.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Adult (equal to or above 18 years old)
- English or Spanish speaking
- Visit a mammography program for routine screening.
Exclusion criteria
- Patients who are currently in treatment for breast cancer
- Patients who are not of 18 years of age.
- Patients who don't speak English or Spanish
- Cognitive limitations that impede informed consent
Where
- Salt Lake City, Utah
Collaborators
American Cancer Society, Inc.
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Nov 21, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations