AYA STEPS RCT: AYA Self-Management Via Texting, Education & Plans for Survivors

AYA STEPS RCT: AYA Self-Management Via Texting, Education & Plans for Survivors

The proposed project will leverage two programs of research at UPenn and CHOP that are delivering technology-based interventions to adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors.

In the proposed study, all AYA survivors will receive a care plan via a tool (Smart-ALACC). They will then be randomized to receive (or not) a mobile health application (AYA STEPS) that will provide tailored messages to enhance uptake of their care plan.

Inclusion Criteria:

• AYA is 15-29 year old with a history of a malignant cancer diagnosis;
• Completed cancer treatment and are currently in remission or receiving cancer survivorship care;
• Seen for follow-up oncology care at CHOP or Penn;
• For AYA less than 18 years old, must have a caregiver to provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Cognitive impairments that would limit AYA ability to independently care for health as determined by the medical team.
• Absence of the inclusion criteria