Breaking Barriers: At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening Research for Our Community
At Cerebral Palsy Positive, we know that for many in our community, a “routine” doctor’s visit is anything but routine. When you live with a physical disability, the barriers to care aren’t just metaphorical—they are physical. They are inaccessible exam tables, transportation hurdles, and clinical environments that weren’t designed with our bodies in mind.
We believe that healthcare should be a bridge, not a barrier. That is why we are proud to highlight a new research study from Michigan Medicine that explores a more inclusive way forward: at-home cervical cancer screening.
Why This Research Matters
Preventative care, like cervical cancer screening, is a cornerstone of health. However, Black and Indigenous women with physical disabilities often face systemic and physical challenges that make getting these screenings at a doctor’s office difficult.
This study seeks to change that by evaluating the practicality and effectiveness of at-home self-sampling tools. By moving the screening from the clinic to the home, we can help dismantle the barriers to life-saving care.
Study Details: How You Can Make a Difference
If you are looking for a way to use your lived experience to improve healthcare for others, consider joining this study.
Who Can Participate
- Identify as Black or Indigenous women.
- Ages 25–65.
- Living with a physical disability (such as Cerebral Palsy).
- Have not had a hysterectomy.
What's Involved?
- Try at-home tools: You will try two different at-home self-sampling cervical cancer screening tools.
- Share your voice: Provide feedback through a short survey and a follow-up interview.
- Time: The total commitment is a maximum of 2 hours.
- Compensation: You will receive $50 as a thank you for your time.
How to Get Involved
To sign up or learn more about the study (Study ID: HUM00282073), you can reach out directly to the research team:
- Email: Brandie Bentley, PhD, MSW at FAMMED-MISSH@med.umich.edu.
- Action: Scan the QR code in the flyer above to sign up today.
At CerebralPalsyPositive.org, we are committed to highlighting opportunities that empower our community. When we participate in research, we ensure that the future of medicine is built for us. Let’s keep moving toward a world where every body has the access it deserves. 💚
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