Collecting sociodemographic data from clinical trial participants Disease Site Supportive Care Clinical Trials Trial Code SC.32S ǀ NCT07390435 Trial Status Open to patient enrollment What is the purpose of this study?The purpose of this study is to understand if a survey can be used to ask study participants about their background, also known as sociodemographic data. The survey will ask about different parts of everyday life that can affect patient health. It will also ask if people feel comfortable answering these types of questions.Why is this study important?Canadian research does not usually ask about the backgrounds of study participants. This information will help researchers understand who takes part in cancer research and whether some groups face barriers to joining clinical trials. Learning about the background of clinical trial participants will also help make sure cancer research is fair, reflects the diversity of Canadians, and helps everyone.Who can participate in this study?This study is for people:18 years of age or olderwho signed consent to enroll on a Canadian Cancer Trials Group (CCTG) study or already enrolled and participating in a CCTG studyWhat are the risks?If you choose to take part in this study, there is a risk that someone outside of the research study could get access to your study records or trace information in a database back to you. You might experience discomfort answering some of the questions.What can I expect?If you choose to take part in this study, you will be asked to fill out a form with questions about the non-medical factors that influence health. This includes asking about the language you feel most comfortable using, your sexual orientation, and how far you travel to reach the clinic.You will be asked to fill out this form one time. It should only take about 10 minutes or less to complete. You do not need to answer any questions that make you feel uncomfortable.How can I find out more or join the study?Talk to your cancer doctor if you are considering joining this study. You can share summaries like this with them and ask if they think joining the trial may be a good option for you.Before you join this study, you will be asked to review a document for participants which will tell you more about why the research is being done and your role and rights as a participant. You will have an opportunity to discuss anything that is not clear and ask any questions you have.Joining this study is entirely up to you and you can decide to leave at any time without giving a reason. Your decision to join or leave the trial will not affect your standard medical care.The SC.32S study is currently enrolling patients at cancer centres in Canada. For a full list of participating cancer centres please visit www.clinicaltrials.gov and search using NCT07390435.Printable information sheet (pdf)Fiche d’information imprimable (pdf) Participating centres Information coming soon.
