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View article: Addressing Differences in Cancer: A Framework for Synergistic Programming in Cancer Prevention and Control
Addressing Differences in Cancer: A Framework for Synergistic Programming in Cancer Prevention and Control Open
Background Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide and disproportionately impacts certain populations. Several frameworks have been developed that illustrate the multiple determinants of cancer. We expand on these frameworks to p…
View article: Prioritizing rural populations in state comprehensive cancer control plans: a qualitative assessment
Prioritizing rural populations in state comprehensive cancer control plans: a qualitative assessment Open
View article: Systematic Review of Video Education in Underrepresented Minority Cancer Survivors.
Systematic Review of Video Education in Underrepresented Minority Cancer Survivors. Open
BACKGROUND: Underrepresented minority (URM) cancer survivors experience disparities in mortality and quality of life, compared with non-Hispanic whites. Disparities are associated with poor social determinants of health, enhanced by mistru…
View article: Cancer-related cognitive impairment in older adults with acute myeloid leukemia treated with hypomethylating agents and venetoclax chemotherapy: a longitudinal descriptive study
Cancer-related cognitive impairment in older adults with acute myeloid leukemia treated with hypomethylating agents and venetoclax chemotherapy: a longitudinal descriptive study Open
View article: Use of Video Education Interventions to Increase Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Cancer Clinical Trials: A Systematic Review
Use of Video Education Interventions to Increase Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Cancer Clinical Trials: A Systematic Review Open
BACKGROUND: Less than 5% of eligible adult cancer survivors participate in cancer clinical trials. Survivors identifying as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to participate in clinical trials compared to those …
View article: Community-Engaged Approach to Increase Physical Activity Among Black Individuals With Colorectal Cancer: Protocol for a Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial of the Physical Activity Centers Empowerment Study
Community-Engaged Approach to Increase Physical Activity Among Black Individuals With Colorectal Cancer: Protocol for a Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial of the Physical Activity Centers Empowerment Study Open
Background Black individuals are more likely to die from colorectal cancer (CRC) and experience more treatment-related side effects compared to White individuals. Physical activity (PA) has been associated with decreased side effects, impr…
View article: LGBTQ+ cancer: priority or lip service? A qualitative content analysis of LGBTQ+ considerations in U.S. state, jurisdiction, and tribal comprehensive cancer control plans
LGBTQ+ cancer: priority or lip service? A qualitative content analysis of LGBTQ+ considerations in U.S. state, jurisdiction, and tribal comprehensive cancer control plans Open
View article: Communication Between Black Patients With Cancer and Their Oncology Clinicians: Exploring Factors That Influence Outcome Disparities.
Communication Between Black Patients With Cancer and Their Oncology Clinicians: Exploring Factors That Influence Outcome Disparities. Open
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION: Significant cancer disparities exist between Black and White patients. One important contributor to patient outcomes disparities is patient-clinician communication. Conversations between clinicians and Black patient…
View article: Development of a Community Advisory Board to Guide Research About Cancer Disparities in the Black and African American Community
Development of a Community Advisory Board to Guide Research About Cancer Disparities in the Black and African American Community Open
BACKGROUND: Researchers who aim to serve a community (i.e., racial, gender, ethnic group) of which they are not a part must do foundational work to understand that community and build intentional, thoughtful collaborations with the communi…
View article: Barriers and facilitators to the engagement of physical activity among Black and African American cancer survivors during and after treatments
Barriers and facilitators to the engagement of physical activity among Black and African American cancer survivors during and after treatments Open
View article: A Systematic Review of Interpersonal Interactions Related to Racism in Studies Assessing Breast and Gynecological Cancer Health Outcomes Among Black Women
A Systematic Review of Interpersonal Interactions Related to Racism in Studies Assessing Breast and Gynecological Cancer Health Outcomes Among Black Women Open
View article: Identifying research practices toward achieving health equity principles within the Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network
Identifying research practices toward achieving health equity principles within the Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network Open
View article: Losing a part of life: experiences of cancer survivors accessing treatment and sheltering in place during the COVID-19 pandemic
Losing a part of life: experiences of cancer survivors accessing treatment and sheltering in place during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
View article: Associations of role, area deprivation index, and race with health behaviors and body mass index among localized prostate cancer patients and their partners
Associations of role, area deprivation index, and race with health behaviors and body mass index among localized prostate cancer patients and their partners Open
View article: Cancer-related cognitive impairment in older adults with acute myeloid leukemia treated with hypomethylating agents and venetoclax chemotherapy: a longitudinal descriptive study
Cancer-related cognitive impairment in older adults with acute myeloid leukemia treated with hypomethylating agents and venetoclax chemotherapy: a longitudinal descriptive study Open
View article: Associations of role, area deprivation index, and race with health behaviors and body mass index among localized prostate cancer patients and their partners
Associations of role, area deprivation index, and race with health behaviors and body mass index among localized prostate cancer patients and their partners Open
Purpose To examine the associations of role (localized prostate cancer (PCa) patient vs. their intimate partner), area deprivation index (ADI—higher scores indicating higher neighborhood deprivation levels), and race (Black/African America…
View article: LGBTQ+ cancer: priority or lip service? A qualitative content analysis of LGBTQ+ considerations in U.S. state, jurisdiction, and tribal comprehensive cancer control plans
LGBTQ+ cancer: priority or lip service? A qualitative content analysis of LGBTQ+ considerations in U.S. state, jurisdiction, and tribal comprehensive cancer control plans Open
View article: Addressing differences in cancer: a framework for synergistic programming in cancer prevention and control
Addressing differences in cancer: a framework for synergistic programming in cancer prevention and control Open
Background: Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide and continues to disproportionately impact certain populations. Several frameworks have been developed that illustrate the multiple determinants of cancer. Expanding upon the wo…
View article: Care partners experience of an oral health intervention for individuals with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia using behavior change technique: A qualitative study
Care partners experience of an oral health intervention for individuals with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia using behavior change technique: A qualitative study Open
View article: A Systematic Review of Dietary Interventions for Cancer Survivors and Their Families or Caregivers
A Systematic Review of Dietary Interventions for Cancer Survivors and Their Families or Caregivers Open
Family or caregiver engagement has the potential to support healthy dietary changes among cancer survivors. However, little is known about these family- or caregiver-involved dietary interventions and their effects. This systematic review …
View article: A Systematic Review of Dietary Interventions for Cancer Survivors and Their Families or Caregivers
A Systematic Review of Dietary Interventions for Cancer Survivors and Their Families or Caregivers Open
Family or caregiver engagement has the potential to support healthy dietary changes among cancer survivors. However, little is known about these family- or caregiver-involved dietary interventions and their effects. This systematic review …
View article: Expanding Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities for Oncology Nurse Practitioners
Expanding Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities for Oncology Nurse Practitioners Open
Nurse practitioner (NP) involvement in professional organizations improves clinical practice, patient outcomes, and health care policy. Results of a survey for a local professional nursing organization showed a need for more NP-level educa…
View article: Re-visiting the call for translation of cancer survivorship research: collaborative multidisciplinary approaches to improve translation and dissemination
Re-visiting the call for translation of cancer survivorship research: collaborative multidisciplinary approaches to improve translation and dissemination Open
View article: Development of an Undergraduate Oncology Nursing Elective With a Focus on Palliative Care
Development of an Undergraduate Oncology Nursing Elective With a Focus on Palliative Care Open
The demand for a skilled oncology workforce is ever increasing and required to meet the increasing palliative care (PC) needs of cancer survivors. Palliative care improves the quality of life for patients with a serious disease with or wit…
View article: From study plans to capacity building: a journey towards health equity in cancer survivorship
From study plans to capacity building: a journey towards health equity in cancer survivorship Open
View article: Physical Activity Intervention Characteristics and Effects on Behavioral and Health-Related Outcomes Among Adolescents and Young Adults Living with and Beyond Cancer: A Systematic Review
Physical Activity Intervention Characteristics and Effects on Behavioral and Health-Related Outcomes Among Adolescents and Young Adults Living with and Beyond Cancer: A Systematic Review Open
Participation in physical activity (PA) during and after cancer treatment is safe and beneficial in the adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer population. PA can positively impact health-related outcomes; however, participation remains lo…
View article: A Systematic Review of Interpersonal Interactions Related to Racism in Studies Assessing Breast and Gynecological Cancer Health Outcomes Among Black Women
A Systematic Review of Interpersonal Interactions Related to Racism in Studies Assessing Breast and Gynecological Cancer Health Outcomes Among Black Women Open
View article: Effect of rurality and travel distance on contralateral prophylactic mastectomy for unilateral breast cancer
Effect of rurality and travel distance on contralateral prophylactic mastectomy for unilateral breast cancer Open
Purpose Despite lack of survival benefit, demand for contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) to treat unilateral breast cancer remains high. High uptake of CPM has been demonstrated in Midwestern rural women. Greater travel distance fo…
View article: Implementing Physical Activity Recommendations in Clinical Practice: A Survey of Oncology Nurses’ Perspectives
Implementing Physical Activity Recommendations in Clinical Practice: A Survey of Oncology Nurses’ Perspectives Open
Findings inform how interventions can be designed for implementation and sustained practice change in clinical settings. Integration of PA education in routine clinical practice will lead to increased PA and, ultimately, improved quality o…
View article: Prioritizing rural populations in state comprehensive cancer control plans: a qualitative assessment
Prioritizing rural populations in state comprehensive cancer control plans: a qualitative assessment Open