This study is looking at how to improve care for rural patients with solid tumors like lung, head and neck, thyroid, cervical, and breast cancer. It's testing an intervention called CARES (Cancer Advocacy, Resources, Education and Support). This program involves up to 10 sessions each with nurse navigators and masters-level counselors over six months. The goal is to see if CARES can help patients start treatment sooner after diagnosis and finish their treatment faster. You may be able to join if you are 18 to 99 years old, speak English or Spanish, and receive cancer treatment at specific UCHealth locations. The study's status is currently unclear.

Study design

This is a randomized study, meaning participants are assigned by chance to either the CARES intervention or usual care. About 320 participants will be enrolled.

What's involved

You would complete surveys at the beginning, 3 months, and 6 months. If in the CARES group, you would have up to 10 navigation and 10 counseling sessions over 6 months.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Your participation will last for 6 months, with the primary goal of measuring time to care within this period.

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