Table 1 Types of interventions
Category | n | Description |
|---|---|---|
Behavior priming | 6 | Where the text content within printed materials accompanying a kit were manipulated to prime or encourage screening behavior (e.g., priming regret, implying advocacy from others, setting intentions). |
Added print materials | 11 | Where extra information in print format was added to the standard kit (e.g., educational booklets on CRC, or enhanced instructions). |
Incentive | 1 | Where participants were offered an incentive to return completed kits. |
Advance notification | 4 | Where letters notifying participants of the kit arrival were sent out prior to the kit. |
Outdoor advertising | 1 | The placement of billboards or posters in public areas. |
Simplified test | 17 | Where the FOB testing procedure itself was simplified or enhanced for the user (e.g., removing dietary restrictions or including collection papers). |
Telephone contact | 4 | Where participants were contacted by telephone for the reminder and/or instruction purposes. |
GP endorsement | 6 | Where the kit invitation included a letter from the participant’s GP or GP practice. |
Digital reminder | 3 | Where participants are sent either an SMS or email reminder to complete and return FOBT kit |