This Prostate Cancer Trial Just Needs You to Use an App

Prostate cancer remains a significant health threat for Black men in the United States. Disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and survival rates persist, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions. One such solution is a new smartphone app called Prostate Cancer Genius designed to empower Black men to take control of their prostate health. The Prostate Cancer Genius App The Prostate Cancer Genius App is a user-friendly tool that aims to: Increase awareness: Provide essential information about prostate cancer, its risk factors, and symptoms. Facilitate informed decision-making: Help men understand the benefits and risks of PSA screening and discuss their options with healthcare providers. Simplify the screening process: Offer guidance on home-based PSA testing, including ordering kits and interpreting results. Foster community: Connect users with a supportive network of other Black men. A clinical trial to assess the impact To evaluate the effectiveness of the app, researchers at the University of Oklahoma are conducting a randomized clinical trial involving 80 Black men aged 55-69. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the Genius App or a standard health app. The study will track: Knowledge: Changes in participants’ understanding of prostate cancer and screening. Engagement: How often participants use the app and...