Cancer Awareness Among Syrian Migrants

NCT07541105 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 22.06.2022/130
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 30
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

This study aims to develop and evaluate a theory-based educational intervention to improve cancer screening participation among Syrian migrants in Turkey. The study will also develop a Cancer Protection Motivation Scale (CPMS) to measure individuals' motivation toward cancer screening. Using a mixed-methods design, the study will explore barriers, beliefs, and behaviors related to breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screening. The effectiveness of the intervention will be assessed using a pretest-posttest design. The findings are expected to support culturally appropriate strategies to improve cancer screening uptake among migrant populations.

Conditions

Breast Cancer Screening; Cervical Cancer Screening; Colorectal Cancer Screening; Cancer Prevention Behavior

Keywords

Breast cancer; Colon cancer; Cervical cancer; Protection motivation; Reduced inequalities

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Cancer Protection Motivation Scale (CPMS)

  Cancer protection motivation will be assessed using the Cancer Protection Motivation Scale (CPMS), a researcher-developed multidimensional instrument based on Protection Motivation Theory. The scale measures threat appraisal (perceived severity, vulnerability, and rewards), coping appraisal (response efficacy and response cost), and self-efficacy. The CPMS is planned to consist of 24 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 1 = strongly disagree to 5 = strongly agree. The total score ranges from 24 to 120, with higher scores indicating greater motivation. Content validity will be evaluated using the Content Validity Index (CVI) based on the opinions of approximately 20 experts. Following language validation, a pilot study will be conducted with 20 participants, after which the scale will be administered to 300 individuals. The CPMS will be used as a pretest and posttest to evaluate effectiveness.

  3 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Knowledge of Cancer and Screening (Structured Questionnaire Score)

  3 weeks

Other Outcomes (1)

• Cancer Screening Behavior (Referral and Attendance Rates)

  3 weeks

Study Arms (1)

The group receiving the PMT-based cancer screening educational intervention.

EXPERIMENTAL

A Protection Motivation Theory (PMT)-based educational program focusing on breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screening will be delivered to participants. Pretest and posttest assessments will be conducted using the Cancer Protection Motivation Scale (CPMS) to evaluate changes in motivation and screening-related behaviors.

Other: PMT-Based Cancer Screening Educational Intervention; Behavioral: PMT-Based Cancer Screening Education Program

Interventions

PMT-Based Cancer Screening Educational Intervention OTHER

This intervention is a structured educational program developed based on Protection Motivation Theory (PMT). It aims to improve cancer screening behaviors among Syrian migrants through culturally adapted educational sessions focusing on breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screening. The intervention targets key components of PMT, including threat appraisal (perceived severity, perceived vulnerability, and rewards) and coping appraisal (self-efficacy, response efficacy, and perceived costs). Educational content is designed to increase awareness, enhance motivation, and reduce perceived barriers. Participants will receive the training through interactive sessions. The effectiveness of the intervention will be evaluated using pretest and posttest assessments with the Cancer Protection Motivation Scale (CPMS).

The group receiving the PMT-based cancer screening educational intervention.

PMT-Based Cancer Screening Education Program BEHAVIORAL

This behavioral intervention is a structured education program based on Protection Motivation Theory (PMT), designed to improve cancer screening behaviors among Syrian migrants. The program targets key PMT constructs, including perceived severity, perceived vulnerability, response efficacy, self-efficacy, and perceived barriers. It includes culturally adapted, interactive educational sessions focusing on breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screening. The intervention aims to increase knowledge, enhance motivation, and reduce perceived barriers to screening participation. Effectiveness will be evaluated using pre- and post-intervention assessments with the Cancer Protection Motivation Scale (CPMS).

Also known as: PMT Education Program, Cancer Screening Education Intervention

The group receiving the PMT-based cancer screening educational intervention.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• over 18 years of age
• hold Syrian citizenship
• be registered with the Migrant Health Center in Mersin province
• have proficiency in Turkish or Arabic
• voluntarily agree to participate

You may not qualify if:

• if they hold Turkish citizenship
• have a diagnosed psychiatric disorder
• have been diagnosed with cancer
• wish to withdraw from the study

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Toros University: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Breast Neoplasms; Colonic Neoplasms; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Neoplasms by Site; Neoplasms; Breast Diseases; Skin Diseases; Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases; Colorectal Neoplasms; Intestinal Neoplasms; Gastrointestinal Neoplasms; Digestive System Neoplasms; Digestive System Diseases; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Colonic Diseases; Intestinal Diseases; Uterine Neoplasms; Genital Neoplasms, Female; Urogenital Neoplasms; Uterine Cervical Diseases; Uterine Diseases; Genital Diseases, Female; Female Urogenital Diseases; Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications; Urogenital Diseases; Genital Diseases

Central Study Contacts

Neslihan ÖZCANARSLAN, Phd

CONTACT

+905336671604; neslihan.ozcanarslan@toros.edu.tr

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Masking Details: Masking is not applicable because this is a single-group pretest-posttest study in which all participants receive the same educational intervention.
• Purpose: PREVENTION
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Doçent

Model Details: This is a single-group pretest-posttest study. All participants will receive the same educational intervention; therefore, masking is not applicable.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 11, 2026
• First Posted: April 21, 2026
• Study Start: April 20, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): May 15, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): July 15, 2026
• Last Updated: April 24, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-04

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share