ArticleAmerican journal of cancer research2024
#CRCandMe: results of a pre-post quasi-experimental study of a mass media campaign to increase early-onset colorectal cancer awareness in Utah and Wisconsin.
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Overall colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence and mortality have been decreasing for several decades; however, since the early 1990s CRC incidence rates have nearly doubled among adults aged under 50 years. This study pilot-tested a community-based mass-media campaign aimed at improving knowledge and awareness of early-onset CRC in this population. The campaign (#CRCandMe) was deployed from June to September 2023 in Utah and Wisconsin. To evaluate its success (reach) and inform future campaigns, key performance indicators were defined (e.g., impressions, website traffic). To evaluate change in knowledge in the target population, the knowledge and awareness of participants recruited via consumer panels was assessed at baseline (n=235) and follow-up (n=161). The number of correct answers for each of seven knowledge items was calculated at baseline (pre-intervention) and follow-up (post-intervention). McNemar's test was employed to assess significant differences in the seven knowledge items between the two timepoints. The campaign delivered over 26.7 million impressions and nearly 43,000 clicks. A 15-second video ad received 221,985 plays, with 57,270 users watching to completion. Pre-survey results revealed that while 74% of participants were able to correctly identify CRC signs, only 18% could identify risk factors. Knowledge scores slightly improved from baseline to follow-up, with statistically significance for the question related to CRC signs (P=0.0004). This study demonstrated wide reach and may inform future larger-scale interventions and public health initiatives aimed at reducing CRC incidence and improving health outcomes for at-risk adults aged under 50 years.
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