It has never been more urgent to ensure that advances in genomic technologies do not further widen existing cancer health disparities. In the fall of 2020, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) put forth a report focused on cancer health disparities, in which they highlighted several issues.1 Notably, disparities in inherited cancer care were …
Tag: Health Disparities
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ICARE Social Media Post November 2020
B-GREAT 2020 Newsletter
ICARE Social Media Post November 2020
B-GREAT 2020 Newsletter
The B-GREAT 2020 Newsletter is now available! Check out this latest edition for research updates and information about racial inequalities in healthcare. You can read the newsletter by visiting: https://bgreatinitiative.inheritedcancer.net/wp-content/uploads/BGREAT-Newsletter-2020.pdf. Please feel free to share with family members, friends, and/or your healthcare providers. We will be publishing these newsletters twice a year starting in 2021. …
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ICARE Social Media Post November 2020
Identifying Individuals At-Risk for Inherited Cancer: Disparities Among Ovarian Cancer Patients
ICARE Social Media Post November 2020
Identifying Individuals At-Risk for Inherited Cancer: Disparities Among Ovarian Cancer Patients
This study highlights disparities among ovarian cancer patients. For further information, view the article at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30964716/
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ICARE Social Media Post September 2020
AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020
ICARE Social Media Post September 2020
AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) published a Cancer Disparities Progress Report. “… our limited knowledge of cancer biology in racial and ethnic minorities, including their inherited cancer predisposition and the genomic underpinnings of cancer initiation and progression, diminishes the potential of precision medicine in these populations.” This report discusses relevant information about inherited …
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ICARE Social Media Post August 2020
Disparities in BRCA Counseling Across Diverse Populations
ICARE Social Media Post August 2020
Disparities in BRCA Counseling Across Diverse Populations
A recently published study based on data from our participants showed that few young Black women with breast cancer see a genetic counselor AND those with insurance are LESS likely to see a genetic counselor. For more information, check out the full study at: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41436-020-0762-0
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ICARE Social Media Post August 2020
Genes That Predispose African American Women to Breast Cancer
ICARE Social Media Post August 2020
Genes That Predispose African American Women to Breast Cancer
A recently published study based on data including our participants identified genes that predispose African American patients to breast cancer. For more information, check out the full study at: https://academic.oup.com/jnci/article/doi/10.1093/jnci/djaa040/5838706.
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ICARE Social Media Post July 2020
Racial Inequalities in Genetics
ICARE Social Media Post July 2020
Racial Inequalities in Genetics
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”1″ display=”basic_slideshow” arrows=”1″ show_thumbnail_link=”0″]It is important to talk about racial inequalities in healthcare as it affects the care received among Black patients. Through our research efforts, we not only want to address the issue of racism but also think about ways to make healthcare more equitable. A recently published study including our research …
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ICARE Publication February 2020
Disparities in BRCA counseling across providers in a diverse population of young breast cancer survivors
ICARE Publication February 2020
Disparities in BRCA counseling across providers in a diverse population of young breast cancer survivors
Abstract Purpose: All women diagnosed with breast cancer (BC) ≤age 50 should be referred for genetic counseling (GC) and testing. We sought to compare differences in provider practices and access across a racially and ethnically diverse population of young BC survivors. Methods: A registry-based sample of women diagnosed with invasive BC ≤age 50 from 2009 to 2012 …
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ICARE Social Media Post January 2020
Racial Disparities in Genetic Testing for Women with Ovarian Cancer
ICARE Social Media Post January 2020
Racial Disparities in Genetic Testing for Women with Ovarian Cancer
Women of non-European ancestry diagnosed with ovarian cancer have lower rates of referral for genetic testing despite current national guidelines stating ALL women with ovarian cancer and/or a close-blood relative with ovarian cancer should be offered genetic counseling and testing. One study reported that only 1/3 of Black, Latina, and Asian women were referred for …
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ICARE Publication November 2019
Sex Disparity Observed for Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score in Predicting Mortality Among Patients with Early Stage ER-Positive Breast Cancer
ICARE Publication November 2019
Sex Disparity Observed for Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score in Predicting Mortality Among Patients with Early Stage ER-Positive Breast Cancer
Abstract Purpose: Prognostic value of Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score (RS) in male patients with breast cancer is understudied. We evaluated associations of RS with overall mortality in male patients with breast cancer and compared it with female counterparts. Experimental design: With a cohort of 848 male and 110,898 female patients with breast cancer identified from the …
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ICARE Social Media Post November 2019
Educational Resources: The Family Link Between Breast and Ovarian Cancer in Black Women
ICARE Social Media Post November 2019
Educational Resources: The Family Link Between Breast and Ovarian Cancer in Black Women
The differences seen in access to healthcare across different racial groups are known as health disparities. To address the gap in awareness, we have pursued efforts to raise awareness about inherited breast cancer among African Americans. We are excited to introduce you to another invaluable resource, the Breast Cancer Genetics Research and Education for African American …
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ICARE Social Media Post October 2019
BRCA Testing In Black Women
ICARE Social Media Post October 2019
BRCA Testing In Black Women
Did you know? Although BRCA testing has been around for over TWO decades, not all populations have benefitted equally from testing. In fact, our previous research has shown that black patients are less aware of BUT interested in genetic testing…when they know about it. In addition, healthcare providers are less likely to identify and suggest …
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ICARE Social Media Post October 2019
Inherited Breast Cancer Among Latina Women
ICARE Social Media Post October 2019
Inherited Breast Cancer Among Latina Women
Latina women are at risk for inherited breast cancer: Breast cancer mortality rates are higher among Latina women compared to non-Hispanic White women. Latina women also have a higher prevalence of triple-negative breast cancer when compared to with non-Hispanic White women. Latina women are diagnosed with breast cancer at earlier ages, 56 years versus 63 …
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ICARE Social Media Post October 2019
Male Breast Cancer Risk
ICARE Social Media Post October 2019
Male Breast Cancer Risk
Did you know? Beyonce’s father, Matthew Knowles, was diagnosed with breast cancer. He states, “we used to think this was only an issue for women, but this is male or female.” According to CBS news, “he is hoping that sharing his story as man with breast cancer will shine a light on the risk men …
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ICARE Publication September 2019
Overall Mortality After Diagnosis of Breast Cancer in Men vs Women
ICARE Publication September 2019
Overall Mortality After Diagnosis of Breast Cancer in Men vs Women
Abstract Importance: Survival differences between male and female patients with breast cancer have been reported, but the underlying factors associated with the disparity have not been fully studied. This understanding is fundamental to developing strategies for cancer treatment and survivorship care. Objective: To compare mortality between male and female patients with breast cancer and quantitatively evaluate the …
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ICARE Publication January 2019
Genetic Testing Across Young Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Breast Cancer Survivors: Facilitators, Barriers, and Awareness of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
ICARE Publication January 2019
Genetic Testing Across Young Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Breast Cancer Survivors: Facilitators, Barriers, and Awareness of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
Abstract Aims: This study compared facilitators and barriers to genetic testing and determined awareness about the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) across young Hispanic and non-Hispanic white (NHW) breast cancer (BC) survivors. Materials and methods: Women diagnosed with BC of age ≤50 years in 2009-2012 were recruited through the Florida State Cancer Registry to complete a questionnaire. …
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ICARE Publication August 2017
A community-academic partnership to explore informational needs of African American women as a primer for cancer clinical trial recruitment
ICARE Publication August 2017
A community-academic partnership to explore informational needs of African American women as a primer for cancer clinical trial recruitment
Abstract Background: African Americans (AAs) are less likely to participate in cancer clinical trials (CCTs) despite experiencing disproportionately higher rates of cancer mortality. As a way to address these ongoing disparities, this study sought to qualitatively explore informational needs regarding CCTs among AA women and identify message considerations for educational information targeting AA women and their …
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