Website Search Results for: cancer
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Date: Jul 2024
Examines lifestyle behaviors, healthcare access, quality of life, and psychological distress among 188 rural and 242 urban cancer survivors. Discusses rural-urban differences in obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, factors influencing access to care, and more.
...Cancer Survivors --- Examines lifestyle behaviors, healthcare access, quality of life, and psychological distress among 188 rural...
Date: May 2021
Describes a study of breast cancer screening disparities, comparing screening rates in Washington by race, socioeconomic status, and rural residence based on data from a statewide healthcare system. Compares rates of screening before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
...Cancer Screening During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Washington State --- Describes a study of breast...
Date: Mar 2019
Highlights a study on the beliefs and perceptions about cancer held by people in Appalachia. Bases conclusions on the results of a survey of rural Appalachian counties in Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
...Cancer-Related Beliefs and Perceptions in Appalachia: Findings from 3 States --- Highlights a study on the beliefs...
Date: Apr 2023
Evaluated the effectiveness of remote interventions compared to the standard care protocols for cancer screenings in 963 Indiana and Ohio women between 50 and 74 years old. Discusses cost-effectiveness compared to increased screening odds and the impact on health outcomes, particularly mortality.
...Cancer Screening Among Women in the Rural US: A Randomized Clinical Trial --- Evaluated the effectiveness...
Date: Apr 2022
Analyzes 75 journal articles to identify cancer related themes impacting the health of American Indian youth. Discusses risk and protective factors at the individual, non-family relationship, family relationship, community, institutional, and cultural level. Highlights the need for better data collection tools and describes potential interventions on the part of tribal communities.
...Cancer Related Risk and Protective Factors for American Indian Youth: A Mixed Studies Review --- Analyzes...
Date: Nov 2020
Presents findings from group technique meetings with interventionists, community/organizational stakeholders, and cancer survivors to identify facilitators for participation and implementation of a multicomponent exercise intervention for women in rural settings. Highlights factors relevant to program strategy and planning, including differences in perspective and priorities among stakeholders, interventionists, and participants.
...Cancer Survivors --- Presents findings from group technique meetings with interventionists, community/organizational stakeholders, and cancer survivors...
Date: Aug 2024
Results of a study of 289,584 patients diagnosed with intermediate-risk prostate cancer from 2010-2020. Examines factors contributing to the likelihood of active surveillance, including place of residence. Features statistics including demographics with breakdowns by metropolitan, urban, or rural area.
...Cancer --- Results of a study of 289,584 patients diagnosed with intermediate-risk prostate cancer...
Date: Mar 2024
Analyzes factors associated with healthcare contact days among older adult cancer survivors using the 2019 Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey (MCBS) and linked Medicare claims data. Evaluates the effect of demographics, self-rated health, care-seeking behaviors, rural status, and more.
...Cancer Survivors --- Analyzes factors associated with healthcare contact days among older adult cancer survivors using...
Date: Jan 2014
Describes the perceived burden of multiple morbidity among primarily rural Appalachian adults aged 50-75 and the likelihood these patients will undertake colorectal cancer screenings (CRCS). Discusses the prioritization of CRCS by patients with chronic disease and their physicians. Briefly compares reports from both urban and rural areas.
...Cancer Screening Among Appalachian Residents --- Describes the perceived burden of multiple morbidity among primarily rural...
Date: Mar 2013
Examines if disparities exist between rural and urban residents receiving prostate cancer treatment. Includes statistics for treatment types by age at diagnosis, race/ethnicity, comorbidities, insurance, and rurality.
...Cancer: Examining Trends in Rural and Nonrural Areas in Wisconsin --- Examines if disparities exist between...