When should I use a research-tested intervention program rather then developing my own?
RTIPs-listed programs have been shown to be effective in the populations and settings in which they were studied. It is more likely to ensure success from the adoption and/or adaptation of a research-tested intervention program, which has been systematically tested in the field, than to create a new program for the same population delivered in the same setting. When no research-tested intervention programs are available to meet your comprehensive cancer control needs (in terms of populations or settings), then creating a new program may be the best solution. However, in creating the new program it would be wise to consider: • reviewing the available research evidence of similar intervention approaches summarized on Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T. Step 3, and • involving local cancer control intervention research experts (see Cancer Control P.L.A.N.E.T. Step 2 for state and regional contacts who can assist you in identifying researchers in your area) in the design and evaluation of your new
