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Buchalter RB, Stern MC, Mendez JS, Kim MK, Rose J, Meade CD, Gwede CK, Figueiredo JC, Schmit SL. Identification of Priorities for Colorectal Cancer Screening Interventions Among US Hispanic/Latino Populations. Am J Public Health 2024; 114:S515-S524. [PMID: 39083729 PMCID: PMC11292273 DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2024.307733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/17/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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Objectives. To identify nationwide census tract‒level areas where improving colorectal cancer (CRC) screening uptake via targeted local preventive intervention may benefit Hispanic or Latino/a (H/L) groups defined by region or country of origin. Methods. Using 2021 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention PLACES and American Community Survey data, we applied geographically weighted regression and Getis-Ord Gi* hot spot procedures to identify CRC screening priority zones for H/L groups in the United States. Priority zones can be conceptualized as census tracts with strong inverse associations between percentage of a particular H/L group in the population and CRC screening rate, after adjusting for socioeconomic deprivation and lack of insurance. Results. We identified 6519, 3477, 3522, 1069, and 1424 census tract CRC screening priority zones for H/L communities of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Central/South American, Dominican, and Cuban heritage, respectively. Priority zones for H/L groups had strong spatial heterogeneity, and overlap of geographic patterns among H/L groups varied by region. Conclusions. Our findings and interactive web map may serve as a translational tool for public health authorities, policymakers, clinicians, and other stakeholders to target investment and interventions to increase guideline-concordant CRC screening uptake benefitting specific H/L communities in the United States. (Am J Public Health. 2024;114(S6):S515-S524. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2024.307733) [Formula: see text].
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- R Blake Buchalter
- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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- R. Blake Buchalter is with the Center for Populations Health Research, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Mariana C. Stern and Joel Sanchez Mendez are with the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Michelle K. Kim is with the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Cleveland Clinic. Johnie Rose is with the Center for Community Health Integration, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland. Cathy D. Meade and Clement K. Gwede are with the Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Division of Population Science, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL. Jane C. Figueiredo is with the Department of Medicine, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles. Stephanie L. Schmit is with the Genomic Medicine Institute, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic
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Stokholm RN, Stenholt L, Lauridsen HH, Edwards A, Andersen B, Larsen MB. The validity of instruments to measure knowledge in population-based cancer screening targeting individuals at average risk - A systematic review. Prev Med 2024; 182:107940. [PMID: 38513839 DOI: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2024.107940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Relevant knowledge is essential for informed choices about (non)participation in population-based cancer screening. Many instruments have been proposed to assess residents' knowledge about cancer screening programmes but their measurement properties are unknown. This systematic review aims to identify and critically evaluate the measurement properties of instruments to measure knowledge about cancer screening in individuals eligible for population-based screening. METHODS A literature search was undertaken in PubMed, PsycINFO, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus and Web of Science in August 2023. The review included any study reporting one or more measurement properties of the questionnaire or sub-scale used measuring knowledge of cancer screening including breast, colorectal and/or cervical cancer screening. Studies including males aged 45 or older and females aged 20 or older were included. Two independent reviewers screened the articles and assessed the included articles using the COnsensus-based Standards for the selection of health Measurement Instruments (COSMIN). RESULTS We included 24 instruments, which varied in number and characteristics of items. All instruments were assessed as having an inadequate instrument development. The results of structural validity, internal consistency, criterion validity and reliability were assessed as indeterminate, while construct validity and responsiveness were assessed as sufficient. CONCLUSION This systematic review identified no instruments to measure knowledge about cancer screening where the measurement properties were sufficiently evaluated. There is a lack of focus on content validity and structural validity, and further validation of the instruments is needed. The results indicate a lack of shared understanding or agreement of what constitutes relevant knowledge about cancer screening.
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- Rikke Nicoline Stokholm
- Department of Public Health Programmes and University Research Clinic for Cancer Screening, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Denmark.
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- Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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- Department of Public Health Programmes and University Research Clinic for Cancer Screening, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark; Division of Population Medicine, School of Medicine, Cardiff University, UK
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- Department of Public Health Programmes and University Research Clinic for Cancer Screening, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Denmark
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- Department of Public Health Programmes and University Research Clinic for Cancer Screening, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Denmark
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Ansa BE, Alema-Mensah E, Sheats JQ, Mubasher M, Akintobi TH. Colorectal Cancer Knowledge and Screening Change in African Americans: Implementation Phase Results of the EPICS Cluster RCT. AJPM FOCUS 2023; 2:100121. [PMID: 37790949 PMCID: PMC10546549 DOI: 10.1016/j.focus.2023.100121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/05/2023]
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Introduction African Americans are disproportionately affected by mortality risk for colorectal cancer. This study aimed to determine the most effective educational approach of 4 study arms that enhances the likelihood of pursuing subsequent colorectal cancer screening, and to identify the associated factors. Methods Age-eligible adults (N=2,877) were recruited to participate in a cluster randomized control dissemination and intervention implementation trial titled Educational Program to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening. The project began in May 2012 and ended in March 2017 (the implementation phase lasted 36 months). Educational sessions were conducted through 16 community coalitions that were randomized into 1 of 4 conditions: website access (to facilitator training materials and toolkits) without technical assistance, website access with technical assistance, in-person training (provided by research staff and website access) without technical assistance, and in-person training with technical assistance. A follow-up to determine participant CRC screening was conducted 3 months later. Results Compared with the website access with technical assistance intervention group, 2 groups, in-person training with technical assistance and without technical assistance, indicated significantly higher odds for obtaining colorectal cancer screening (OR=1.31; 95% CI=1.04, 1.64; p=0.02 and OR=1.35; 95% CI=1.07, 1.71; p=0.01, respectively). Though sociodemographic factors were not significantly associated with pursuing subsequent colorectal cancer screening, the postintervention cancer knowledge increased significantly among the study participants. Conclusions The importance of in-person interactions, local coalitions, and community contexts may play a key role for successfully increasing colorectal cancer screening rates among African Americans as reflected through this study. The integration of telehealth and use of other virtual technologies to engage the public in research have increased since the COVID-19 pandemic and should be assessed to determine their impact on the degree to which in-person interventions are significantly more effective when compared with solely web-assisted ones. Trial registration The study is registered at www.clinicaltrials.gov NCT01805622.
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- Benjamin E. Ansa
- Institute of Public and Preventive Health, Augusta University, Augusta Georgia
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- Department of Community Health & Preventive Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Institute of Public and Preventive Health, Augusta University, Augusta Georgia
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- Department of Community Health & Preventive Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Community Health & Preventive Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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Won Jin S, Ji Yoon Y, Hirschi M. A Moderating Role of Gender in Online Health Information Seeking Behaviors for Colorectal Cancer Knowledge among Korean Americans Aged 50 to 75 Years. JOURNAL OF HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 34:710-724. [PMID: 38835362 PMCID: PMC11147139 DOI: 10.1080/10911359.2023.2271546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2024]
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Korean Americans have consistently reported the underutilization of colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, despite their high rates of CRC incidence and mortality. Research has indicated suboptimal CRC knowledge in Korean Americans as one of the main barriers to their recommended CRC screening. Also, research has shown the potential of online health information seeking (OHIS) to improving cancer knowledge and the gender-based differences in the link between OHIS and cancer knowledge. Thus, this study aimed to examine the association between OHIS and CRC knowledge and the moderating effect of gender in this association among Korean Americans. A cross-sectional survey with purposive sampling was conducted of 421 Korean Americans aged 50 to 75 years in the Southeastern U.S. Three-step hierarchical multiple regression analyses were performed to investigate if three blocks of variables-Block 1: control variables (sociodemographics and health-related information), Block 2: independent variables (OHIS and gender), and Block 3: an (OHIS × gender) interaction term-significantly reduce unexplained variance in CRC knowledge. The analyses showed that the final model fits best accounting for 29.3% of the variance in CRC knowledge. Also, the analyses showed that OHIS was positively associated with CRC knowledge and gender moderated the association between OHIS and CRC knowledge. The findings close the knowledge gap existing in the body of literature on the connection of OHIS to CRC knowledge in Korean Americans. Findings also extend the understanding of gender-specific approaches leveraging OHIS for CRC prevention education among Korean Americans.
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- Seok Won Jin
- School of Social Work, The University of Memphis, 226 McCord Hall. Memphis, TN 38152
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- Department of Social Work, Colorado State University Pueblo, 2200 Bonforte Boulevard, Pueblo, CO 81001
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- BSW Program Director, Behavioral Sciences, Utah Valley University, CB-207, 800 West University Parkway, Orem, UT 84058
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Obiała K, Obiała J, Jeziorski K, Owoc J, Mańczak M, Olszewski R. Improving Colon Cancer Prevention in Poland. A Long Way Off. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2022; 37:641-644. [PMID: 32886343 PMCID: PMC9205787 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-020-01860-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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The aim of this study was to analyse knowledge on colon cancer prevention among patients of primary care and identify their sources of information. The questionnaire study was conducted among patients of 36 primary healthcare clinics in Poland between September 2018 and February 2019. Patients were interviewed separately by trained researchers. Over 39% of the primary health patients declared that their knowledge about colon cancer prevention is unsatisfactory. Information about colon cancer prevention varied according to sex, age and BMI. Men declared lower level of knowledge than women: 46% of men thought it was unsatisfactory compared with 36% of women (p = 0.003). Preventive recommendations were more often provided to patients over 60 years old (p < 0.01). Overweight and obese patients were more likely to receive recommendations on diet (p < 0.001) and physical activity (p < 0.001) than patients with normal weight. The most common source of information on colon cancer prevention was Internet (68%) and medical doctors (60%). There is a need for developing colon cancer prevention policy. Crucial aspect includes educational programs aimed at improving patient's knowledge and involving medical staff. The policymakers should pay greater attention to cancer prevention policies and medical staff involved in prevention to quality of communication to make sure patients thoroughly understand information they are provided.
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- Karolina Obiała
- Department of Gerontology, Public Health and Didactics, National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, 1 Spartanska Street, 02-637, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gerontology, Public Health and Didactics, National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, 1 Spartanska Street, 02-637, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gerontology, Public Health and Didactics, National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, 1 Spartanska Street, 02-637, Warsaw, Poland
- Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gerontology, Public Health and Didactics, National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, 1 Spartanska Street, 02-637, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gerontology, Public Health and Didactics, National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, 1 Spartanska Street, 02-637, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gerontology, Public Health and Didactics, National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, 1 Spartanska Street, 02-637, Warsaw, Poland.
- Department of Ultrasound, Institute of Fundamental Technological Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland.
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Arredondo EM, Dumbauld J, Milla M, Madanat H, Coronado GD, Haughton J, Garcia-Bigley F, Ramers C, Nodora J, Bharti B, Lopez G, Diaz M, Marquez J, Gupta S. A Promotor-Led Pilot Study to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening in Latinos: The Juntos Contra El Cáncer Program. Health Promot Pract 2021; 22:491-501. [PMID: 32202155 PMCID: PMC8364826 DOI: 10.1177/1524839920912240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background. Latinos have lower colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates compared to other racial/ethnic groups in the United States, despite an overall increase in CRC screening over the past 10 years. To address this disparity, we implemented a promotor-led intervention to increase CRC screening test adherence in community-based settings, connecting community members with a partnering federally qualified health center. Purpose. To evaluate the Juntos Contra el Cáncer/Together Against Cancer (JUNTOS) intervention, by assessing pre-post changes in (1) CRC screening test adherence and (2) CRC knowledge and perceived barriers to CRC screening. We also assessed the feasibility and acceptability of program activities. Method. JUNTOS was a group-based intervention, delivered by promotores (community health workers), to promote CRC screening test adherence among Latino adults. The intervention consisted of a culturally tailored 2½-hour interactive workshop followed by an appointment scheduling assistance from a promotor. Workshop participants were Latino adults (males and females) aged 50 to 75 years who were not up-to-date with CRC screening guidelines. We conducted interviews before and 6 to 9 months after the workshop to assess program outcomes. Results. Of the 177 participants included, 118 reported completing the CRC screening test (66.7%) by 6 to 9 months postintervention. We observed baseline to 6- to 9-month increase in CRC knowledge and lower perceived barriers to obtaining CRC screening. Furthermore, the intervention was found to be feasible and acceptable. Conclusion. Results suggest that JUNTOS can be feasibly implemented in partnership with a federally qualified health center. The current study supports group-based CRC interventions in community and clinic settings.
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- University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, USA
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- University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Family Health Centers of San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Family Health Centers of San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA
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- University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
- VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, CA, USA
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Saad F, Ayyash M, Ayyash M, Elhage N, Ali I, Makki M, Hamade H, Blackwood RA. Assessing Knowledge, Physician Interactions and Patient-Reported Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Arab Americans in Dearborn, Michigan. J Community Health 2021; 45:900-909. [PMID: 32189212 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-020-00807-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer related deaths among men and women in the United States (Haggar and Boushey in Clin Colon Rectal Surg 22:191-197, 2009). Screening tests have shown to be successful at early detection of precancerous polyps. Between 2000 and 2010, there was a 72% growth in the population that identifies having an Arabic-speaking ancestry (Arab American Institute in https://www.aaiusa.org/demographics , 2011). Despite this, little research has been conducted to assess this unique community's knowledge regarding CRC. Given that low screening rates can be attributed to lack of knowledge, this study was designed to address CRC knowledge and screening barriers in an Arab American community. Between February 2016 and June 2017, an anonymous survey was conducted in English or Arabic among 131 patients from cancer programs at the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) in Dearborn, MI. Program participants were expected to have greater insight and awareness about cancer risk than the general population. Knowledge deficiencies surrounding CRC and the screening process were identified. 70% of participants did not know what a colon polyp is and over 89% were not aware of their individual risk for CRC. 45.8% have never had a CRC screening and leading barriers included screening costs, lack of health insurance, and lack of advice by physicians. The goal of this study was to serve as a tool to healthcare providers by identifying evident gaps in medical knowledge surrounding CRC. In order to help better serve and educate patients, healthcare providers and community organizations are encouraged to fight the stigma and help to reduce misunderstandings.
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- Fatima Saad
- University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI, USA. .,Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA. .,Office for Health Equity and Inclusion-Michigan Medicine, The University of Michigan, 1301 Catherine St, Medical Science Building 1, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
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- Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA.,University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Henry Ford Health System, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA.,University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA.,Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA
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- Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA.,University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services, ACCESS, Dearborn, MI, USA
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- Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services, ACCESS, Dearborn, MI, USA
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- Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA.,University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.,Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases, Office of Health Equity and Inclusion, Arab American Health Initiative, Dearborn, MI, USA.,Office for Health Equity and Inclusion-Michigan Medicine, The University of Michigan, 1301 Catherine St, Medical Science Building 1, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
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Yaacob NA, Mohamad Marzuki MF, Yaacob NM, Ahmad SB, Abu Hassan MR. Effectiveness of the ColorApp Mobile App for Health Education and Promotion for Colorectal Cancer: Quasi-Experimental Study. JMIR Hum Factors 2020; 7:e15487. [PMID: 32130119 PMCID: PMC7064964 DOI: 10.2196/15487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2019] [Revised: 11/17/2019] [Accepted: 11/26/2019] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Background Lack of knowledge and poor attitude are barriers to colorectal cancer screening participation. Printed material, such as pamphlets and posters, have been the main approach in health education on disease prevention in Malaysia. Current information technology advancements have led to an increasing trend of the public reading from websites and mobile apps using their mobile phones. Thus, health information dissemination should also be diverted to websites and mobile apps. Increasing knowledge and awareness could increase screening participation and prevent late detection of diseases such as colorectal cancer. Objective This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of the ColorApp mobile app in improving the knowledge and attitude on colorectal cancer among users aged 50 years and older, who are the population at risk for the disease in Kedah. Methods A quasi-experimental study was conducted with 100 participants in Kedah, Malaysia. Participants from five randomly selected community empowerment programs in Kota Setar district were in the intervention group; Kuala Muda district was the control group. Participants were given a self-administered validated questionnaire on knowledge and attitudes toward colorectal cancer. A mobile app, ColorApp (Colorectal Cancer Application), was developed as a new educational tool for colorectal cancer prevention. The intervention group used the app for two weeks. The same questionnaire was redistributed to both groups after two weeks. The mean percentage scores for knowledge and attitude between groups were compared using repeated measure ANCOVA. Results There was no significant difference in age, sex, highest education level, current occupation, and diabetic status between the two groups. The number of smokers was significantly higher in the intervention group compared with the control group and was controlled for during analysis. The intervention group showed a significantly higher mean knowledge score compared with the control group with regards to time (Huynh-Feldt: F1,95=19.81, P<.001). However, there was no significant difference in mean attitude scores between the intervention and control groups with regards to time (F1,95=0.36, P=.55). Conclusions The ColorApp mobile app may be an adjunct approach in educating the public on colorectal cancer.
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- Nor Azwany Yaacob
- Department of Community Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia Health Campus, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Community Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia Health Campus, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Unit of Biostatistics and Research Methodology, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia Health Campus, Kubang Kerian, Malaysia
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- Non-Communicable Disease Control Unit, Kedah State Health Department, Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia
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Temucin E, Nahcivan NO. The Effects of the Nurse Navigation Program in Promoting Colorectal Cancer Screening Behaviors: a Randomized Controlled Trial. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2020; 35:112-124. [PMID: 30470978 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-018-1448-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Although screening programs are known and recommended for the early detection of colorectal cancer (CRC), the screening rates for the fecal occult blood test (FOBT) and colonoscopy are very low among adult individuals. Navigation programs, also known as individualized counseling, have recently begun to be used for increasing screening rates. The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy of the Nurse Navigation Program versus usual care on CRC screening participation and movement in stage of adoption for CRC screening and to examine perceived benefits of and barriers to CRC screening. This study was designed in line with a pre- and posttest two-group methodology. A total of 110 participants (55 nurse-navigated and 55 non-navigated patients) were studied. Data were collected using the following three tools: a sociodemographic information form, the Harvard Colorectal Cancer Risk Assessment Tool, and Instruments to Measure Colorectal Cancer Screening Benefits and Barriers. Following the Nurse Navigation Program, the FOBT (82 and 84%, respectively) and colonoscopy completion rates (15 and 22%, respectively) were significantly higher in the nurse-navigated group than in the non-navigated group at 3 and 6 months follow-up. Following the program, the benefit perceptions of the nurse-navigated group about CRC screening were improved, and their barrier perceptions were reduced. The results showed that the Nurse Navigation Program had significant effects on CRC screening behavior and health-related beliefs concerning CRC screening. Further assessment of the Nurse Navigation Program in different groups should be performed to observe its effects.
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- Elif Temucin
- Nursing Faculty, Oncology Nursing Department, University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Florence Nightingale Nursing Faculty, Public Health Nursing Department, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Jin SW, Yun Lee H, Lee J. Analyzing factors enabling colorectal cancer screening adherence in Korean Americans using the Andersen's Behavioral Model of Health Services Utilization. J Psychosoc Oncol 2019; 37:729-745. [PMID: 31328688 DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2019.1608347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Purpose/objectives: Korean Americans (KAs) report suboptimal colorectal cancer (CRC) screening adherence. This study investigated factors that enable KAs to adhere to CRC screening guidelines using the Andersen's Behavioral Model of Health Services Utilization. Design: Cross-sectional survey using self-reported measures of CRC screening behaviors. Sample and methods: Purposive sampling was used to recruit 433 KAs aged 50-75 from the Atlanta metropolitan area who completed questionnaires measuring predisposing (i.e., gender, age, marital status, and educational attainment), enabling (income, health insurance, regular annual health checkups, doctor's recommendation English proficiency, CRC knowledge, self-efficacy for CRC screening, and decisional balance in CRC screening), and need (family cancer history and self-reported health status) factors associated with CRC screening. Findings: A multiple logistic regression model including all 14 predictor variables revealed that several enabling factors (i.e., income, regular annual health checkups, doctor's recommendation, self-efficacy, and decisional balance) independently predicted increased CRC screening adherence in KAs. No predisposing or need factors independently predicted CRC screening. Conclusions and implications for psychosocial providers or policy: To increase CRC screening adherence among KAs, psychosocial interventions should target on improving their self-efficacy and decisional balance regarding CRC screening, while policy interventions should focus on promoting health providers' CRC screening recommendations during routine health checkups.
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- Seok Won Jin
- School of Social Work, The University of Memphis , Memphis , Tennessee , USA
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- Endowed Academic Chair on Social Work (Health), School of Social Work, University of Alabama , Tuscaloosa , Alabama , USA
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- Department of Applied Economics, University of Minnesota , St. Paul , Minnesota , USA
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Woodall M, DeLetter M. Colorectal Cancer: A Collaborative Approach to Improve Education and Screening in a Rural Population
. Clin J Oncol Nurs 2019; 22:69-75. [PMID: 29350693 DOI: 10.1188/18.cjon.69-75] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and second leading cause of cancer death for men and women in the United States. Although early detection and diagnosis greatly affect survival rates, only about half of the U.S. population participates in screening.
. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this project was to implement community-based CRC education and screening. Outcomes included CRC knowledge, CRC screening kit return rate, and rate of positive screening results.
. METHODS Partnering with a community hospital, CRC educational sessions and free screening opportunities were provided for 193 local city government employees. CRC knowledge was assessed before and after education with the Knowledge Assessment Survey. A paired t test indicated significant improvement in mean CRC knowledge.
. FINDINGS More than half of the participants elected to take home fecal immunochemical test kits. Of the 29 participants who submitted their screening kits for evaluation, eight had positive results and received referral recommendations. All participants were notified of their screening results. The community-based CRC project was effective in improving CRC knowledge and screening participation.
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Jin SW, Lee J, Lee S. Analyzing Factors Associated With Decisional Stage of Adoption for Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Older Korean Americans Using Precaution Adoption Process Model. J Transcult Nurs 2018; 30:461-470. [PMID: 30428784 DOI: 10.1177/1043659618811910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Introduction: For Korean Americans (KAs), colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates remain lower than the national target. This study aimed to examine factors predicting decisional stage of CRC screening adoption among older KAs using the precaution adoption process model. Method: Convenience sampling was employed to recruit KAs aged 50 to 75 years from the Atlanta metropolitan area in the United States. A total of 433 KAs completed a cross-sectional survey that collects information on sociodemographics, CRC screening history, a physician's recommendation, knowledge, self-efficacy, and decisional balance pertaining CRC screening, and precaution adoption process model stage. Results: Higher scores of decisional balance (odds ratio [OR] = 1.34), having a physician's recommendation (OR = 8.61), and having regular annual medical checkups (OR = 4.44) were significantly associated with higher decisional stage compared with lower stage, controlling for other variables. Discussion: Intervention research should incorporate consideration of individuals' decisional stage to move KAs forward from not engaging the screening to maintaining regular participation in CRC screening.
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- 1 The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN, USA
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Molina Y, Briant KJ, Sanchez JI, O’Connell MA, Thompson B. Knowledge and social engagement change in intention to be screened for colorectal cancer. ETHNICITY & HEALTH 2018; 23:461-479. [PMID: 28116917 PMCID: PMC5524622 DOI: 10.1080/13557858.2017.1280135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Innovative technologies have been used to promote colorectal cancer (CRC) screening among the underserved. However, the impact of these innovative technologies on knowledge and social engagement likelihood as they relate to subsequent intention to be screened across different populations has not been fully explored. DESIGN Using a pre-post-test design with an inflatable walk-through colon, we assessed changes in knowledge and social engagement likelihood across populations and their associations with intention to be screened in two community settings. One was a community setting in Washington State (WA); the other, a college campus in New Mexico (NM). Differential effects on knowledge and social engagement likelihood were examined across demographic groups (race/ethnicity, gender, age, education, insurance status, and geographic region). Finally, we assessed if changes in knowledge and social engagement likelihood were associated with CRC screening intention. RESULTS NM males had greater gains in CRC knowledge than NM females; in WA, Hispanics, younger, less educated, and uninsured participants had greater gains in knowledge. NM females and younger WA participants were more likely to discuss CRC with their social networks than NM males and older WA participants. In WA, Hispanics and older adults reported greater intention to be screened for CRC. Change in social engagement likelihood, but not knowledge, was associated with intention to be screened. CONCLUSIONS The effectiveness of health promotion technologies on knowledge and social engagement may vary across different demographic characteristics. Further, the importance of social engagement likelihood in interacting with intention to be screened was substantiated.
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- Yamile Molina
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Ave. N., M3-B232, Seattle, WA 98109 USA
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, 649 SPHPI MC923, Chicago, IL, USA 60607-7101 USA
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- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Ave. N., M3-B232, Seattle, WA 98109 USA
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- Plant and Environmental Sciences, New Mexico State University, MSC 3HLS, P.O. Box 30001, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8003 USA
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- Plant and Environmental Sciences, New Mexico State University, MSC 3HLS, P.O. Box 30001, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8003 USA
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- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Ave. N., M3-B232, Seattle, WA 98109 USA
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Briant KJ, Sanchez JI, Ibarra G, Escareño M, Gonzalez NE, Jimenez Gonzalez V, Marchello N, Louie S, Thompson B. Using a Culturally Tailored Intervention to Increase Colorectal Cancer Knowledge and Screening among Hispanics in a Rural Community. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2018; 27:1283-1288. [PMID: 29871884 DOI: 10.1158/1055-9965.epi-17-1092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2017] [Revised: 02/03/2018] [Accepted: 05/30/2018] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Background: Disparities in colorectal cancer incidence and mortality rates exist among racial/ethnic minorities, especially those living in rural areas. There is an urgent need to implement interventions to improve colorectal cancer screening behaviors among such groups, particularly those living in rural areas in the United States.Methods: From a rural community of Hispanics, we recruited participants to attend home-based promotor(a)-led "home health parties" in which participants were taught about colorectal cancer screening; participants ages 50 and older were given a free fecal occult blood test (FOBT) kit to complete on their own. A pre- and posttest design was used to assess changes in colorectal cancer awareness, knowledge, and screening at baseline and at 1-month follow-up after the intervention.Results: We observed a statistically significant increase in colorectal cancer screening awareness and knowledge among participants. Colorectal cancer screening rates with FOBT increased from 51.0% to 80%. There was also a statistically significant increase in social engagement, that is, the intent to speak to friends and relatives about colorectal cancer screening.Conclusions: Findings indicate that culturally tailored colorectal cancer education facilitated by promotores in a rural environment, coupled with free stool-based test for colorectal cancer screening, is an effective way to increase colorectal cancer screening awareness, knowledge, and screening among Hispanics living in a rural area in Washington State. Impact: Culturally tailored home health interventions have the potential to achieve Healthy People 2020 colorectal cancer screening goals in Hispanic rural communities. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev; 27(11); 1283-8. ©2018 AACR.
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- Department of Health Services, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, Washington
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- Center for Community Health Promotion, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Sunnyside, Washington
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- Center for Community Health Promotion, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Sunnyside, Washington
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- Center for Community Health Promotion, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Sunnyside, Washington
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- Center for Community Health Promotion, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Sunnyside, Washington
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- Center for Community Health Promotion, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Sunnyside, Washington
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- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, Washington.,Department of Health Services, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, Washington
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Bulduk S, Dinçer Y, Usta E. Identification of Colorectal Cancer Risks of Individuals Aged over Fifty and Their Beliefs towards Having Fecal Occult Blood Test. KONURALP TIP DERGISI 2017. [DOI: 10.18521/ktd.306651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Turhan E. Evaluation of the Knowledge Levels of 50-Year-Old and Older Individuals Regarding Colorectal Cancer. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2017; 32:467-475. [PMID: 26932310 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-016-1007-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Our aim was to determine some risk factors for colorectal cancer and evaluate the knowledge levels about it among individuals aged 50 and over. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 1161 patients aged 50 and over in 2014. The data were collected by a questionnaire form consisting of 46 questions. The chi square test and the logistic regression analysis were performed in the data analysis. The mean age of the participants was 57.9 ± 5.6, 60; 4 % were women, and 77.7 % were married. It was determined that 23.0 % of the elderly people were smokers, and 46.5 % did not do regular physical exercises. It was detected that 29.8 % had fatigue, 27.5 % had abdominal pain, 14.9 % had melena, and 10.3 % had constipation or diarrhea in the last 3 months. The mean colorectal cancer knowledge score was 6.84 ± 2.46. It was determined that the socio-demographic variables and the risk factors that were based on self-report of the elderly influenced the knowledge scores on colorectal cancer and its early diagnosis (p < 0.05). Consequently, it has been determined that the elderly people have the risk factors of colorectal cancer; however, they do not have adequate knowledge about this disease.
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- Ebru Turhan
- Izmir Public Health Directorate, Izmir, Turkey.
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Ramírez-Amill R, Soto-Salgado M, Vázquez-Santos C, Corzo-Pedrosa M, Cruz-Correa M. Assessing Colorectal Cancer Knowledge Among Puerto Rican Hispanics: Implications for Cancer Prevention and Control. J Community Health 2017; 42:1141-1147. [PMID: 28547033 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-017-0363-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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In Puerto Rico, colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence and mortality rates are increasing. Moreover, adherence rates to CRC screening (52.2%) are still below the goals (70.5%) established by Healthy People 2020. Lack of knowledge is described as a significant barrier to adherence to CRC screening. The aim of this study was to assess CRC knowledge and screening rates among Puerto Rican Hispanics. Participants aged 40-85 years were recruited from the internal medicine outpatient clinics at the University of Puerto Rico. Demographic characteristics and knowledge about CRC, including risk factors and CRC screening tests, were obtained through face-to-face interviews. A mean CRC knowledge score was calculated based on correct responses to 13 validated questions. Mean knowledge scores were evaluated according to demographic characteristics using the Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test. A total of 101 participants were recruited with mean age of 63 (±10.6) years. Fifty-eight (58%) of participants were females, 59% reported ≥12 years of education, and 71% reported ever screening for CRC. The mean CRC knowledge score was significantly lower (p < 0.05) among participants with lower annual family income, those who had never received a recommendation for CRC screening by a healthcare provider, and those who had no history of CRC screening. Knowledge about CRC must be improved in Puerto Rico. Efforts must be made to promote and develop culturally appropriate CRC educational strategies. Future studies should focus on identifying other barriers and factors that may limit CRC screening in the Puerto Rican Hispanic population.
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- Reinaldo Ramírez-Amill
- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, PR, USA
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, PR, USA
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, PR, USA
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- Division of Cancer Biology, University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Juan, PR, USA. .,Department of Medicine, Surgery and Biochemistry, School of Medicine, University or Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, PR, USA. .,University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus and Comprehensive Cancer Center, PMB 711, 89 De Diego Ave. Suite 105, San Juan, PR, 00927-6346, USA.
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Feng X, Tan X, Alenzi EO, Rai P, Chang J. Spatial and temporal variations of screening for breast and colorectal cancer in the United States, 2008 to 2012. Medicine (Baltimore) 2016; 95:e5656. [PMID: 28002335 PMCID: PMC5181819 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000005656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Cancer screening tests are important tools to combat cancer-related morbidity and mortality. There is limited up-to-date research on spatial and temporal variations of colorectal and breast cancer screening in the United States.County-level data of cancer screening adherence rates were generated from 2008 to 2012 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. We performed the univariate local indicators for spatial analyses (LISA) for the geographic differences of screening adherence rate and the differential LISA for the change of screening adherence rate from 2008 to 2012.In the univariate LISA, low-to-low clusters were consistently identified in counties of New Mexico, Wyoming, and Mississippi (P < 0.05) for both screenings. In the differential LISA, we found low-to-low clusters in Indiana counties (P < 0.05) for mammography screening, which implied that counties with a below-average difference in mammography adherence were surrounded by counties of below-average difference in adherence rates. A high-to-high cluster was also identified in the southern Appalachian counties for mammography screening (P < 0.05). No obvious spatial pattern was found for the colorectal cancer screening adherence rate across the United States.We found low-to-low clusters over time in adherence to screening guidelines for both cancer types in New Mexico, Wyoming, and Mississippi, and clusters of potential decrease in adherence to mammography screening guideline in counties of Indiana. The study also showed improvement on mammography screening clustered in southern Appalachia. The methodology adopted in this study identified areas with clusters of consistent low adherence to screening and a decrease in adherence, which implies that further research and intervention is warranted.
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- Xue Feng
- Department of Pharmaceutical Systems and Policy, West Virginia University, School of Pharmacy, Morgantown, WV
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Systems and Policy, West Virginia University, School of Pharmacy, Morgantown, WV
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Systems and Policy, West Virginia University, School of Pharmacy, Morgantown, WV
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Systems and Policy, West Virginia University, School of Pharmacy, Morgantown, WV
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- University of Texas at El Paso, School of Pharmacy, El Paso, TX
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Sanchez JI, Palacios R, Cole A, O'Connell MA. Evaluation of the walk-through inflatable colon as a colorectal cancer education tool: results from a pre and post research design. BMC Cancer 2014; 14:626. [PMID: 25169960 PMCID: PMC4158036 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2407-14-626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2013] [Accepted: 08/21/2014] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a disease that can be prevented through early detection. Through the use of effective educational tools, individuals can become better informed about CRC and understand the importance of screening and early detection. The walk through Inflatable Colon is an innovative educational resource developed to engage and educate communities on CRC and the importance of receiving screening at the appropriate ages. METHODS The Inflatable Colon Assessment Survey (ICAS) assessed knowledge and behavioral intentions to obtain screening and promote CRC awareness. New Mexico State University faculty, staff, and students completed a consent form, took the pre-ICAS, toured the Inflatable Colon, and completed the post-ICAS. The majority of participants (92%) were young adults, mostly college students, under the age of 30 yrs. RESULTS Overall, participants demonstrated increases in CRC knowledge and awareness after touring the inflatable colon (p-values < 0.001). Interestingly, both males and Hispanics had lower CRC awareness at pre-test, but exhibited maximum awareness gains equal to that of females and non Hispanic Whites after touring the IC. Behavioral intentions to obtain CRC screening in the future and to promote CRC awareness also increased (p-value < 0.001). Gender differences in behavioral intentions to act as advocators for CRC education were found (p < 0.05), with females being more likely to educate others about CRC than males. CONCLUSION Educational efforts conducted in early adulthood may serve to promote healthier lifestyles (e.g., physical activity, healthy nutrition, screening). These educated young adults may also serve to disseminate CRC information to high-risk friends and relatives. The walk through Inflatable Colon can increase CRC knowledge and intentions to get screened among a young and diverse population.
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- Plant and Environmental Sciences, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM 88003, USA.
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