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Lung Cancer Clinical Trial in Brighton, MA

Access cutting-edge lung cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Brighton. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Brighton

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Brighton site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Lung Cancer Study in Brighton

This research study is studying a new blood test to screen for Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) positive lung cancer in healthy individuals at risk for the disease and who cannot undergo regular lung cancer screening. The name of the test used in this research study is: -Circulating free DNA (cfDNA) Assay

Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

(Aims 1, 2, and 3) for Group 1 (50 through 80 years of age):
Non-tobacco using (currently)
Self-identify as East Asian (including Southeast Asian) or Hispanic/Latinx.
East Asian includes those who self-identify as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Taiwanese, Malaysian
Southeast Asian includes those who self-identify as Cambodian, Thai, Vietnamese, Filipino
Latinx includes those who self-identify as a person of Central or South American and the Caribbean including, Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Dominican culture or origin, excluding individuals originating from Spain
Aims 1 and 2: Able to complete and understand the study's informed consent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean
Aim 3: Able to complete and understand the study's informed consent and participate in a focus group in English, Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Spanish. Inclusion Criteria (Aims 1, 2, and 3) for Group 2 (40 through 49 years of age):
Non-tobacco using (currently)
Self-identify as East Asian (including Southeast Asian) or Latinx, if any of the following criteria are met:
Family history of EGFR positive LC L858R or exon 19
Personal history of remote cancer that is not LC or other thoracic malignancies, including thymoma, thymic carcinoma, or sarcoma, as long as it was resolved over 5 years ago
History of TB, asthma requiring daily inhaled corticosteroids or chronic bronchitis
Symptoms of lung cancer for the past month, including hemoptysis, unexplained weight loss, voice hoarseness, cough or worsening cough, dyspnea or worsening dyspnea
Excluding individuals who concurrently present with fever, covid/influenza/RSV/adenovirus infection, runny nose, sore throat, productive cough with green or yellow sputum
Aims 1 and 2: Able to complete and understand the study's informed consent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean
Aim 3: Able to complete and understand the study's informed consent and participate in a focus group in English, Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Spanish.

Exclusion Criteria

(Aims 1, 2, and 3) for Groups 1 and 2:
Having had a chest CT scan in the last 3 years or having an anticipated chest CT scan during the enrollment period.
Having a current cancer or history of cancer within the last 5 years, excluding localized non-melanoma skin cancer and breast ductal carcinoma in situ.
More than 400 lifetime cigarettes (i.e., 20 packs) of smoking or tobacco use
Adults unable to provide informed consent
Individuals \<40 years of age
Pregnant women
Personal diagnosis of lung cancer
Not able to be compliant with study requirements

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Brighton?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06716580) has an active research site in Brighton, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Lung Cancer Treatment Options in Brighton, MA

If you're searching for lung cancer treatment options in Brighton, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06716580) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Brighton research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced lung cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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