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631. Introducing the L.A.U.N.C.H Collaborative - Resources
Date: 2020

Describes the Linking & Amplifying User-Centered Networks through Connected Health (L.A.U.N.C.H.) demonstration project, based in Appalachian Kentucky and aimed at preventing cancer and removing obstacles faced by cancer patients in rural and underserved areas, through improvements in broadband access.

...cancer and removing obstacles faced by cancer patients in rural and underserved areas, through improvements...

632. Border Health Status Report of the 44 U.S. Counties at the U.S.- Mexico Border - Resources
Date: 2020

A review of selected 20 topic health indicators using public use data obtained from 44 counties, mostly rural, located along the U.S.-Mexico border region and within the states of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas. Offers health indicator data for selected measurable objectives having baseline data on overall mortality, and mortality rates for diabetes, heart disease, cervical cancer, breast cancer, unintentional injuries, and road traffic-related. Health indicator data is also provided for non-measurable objectives, due to a lack of baseline data, on asthma, maternal mortality, gonorrhea, and congenital syphilis.

...cancer, breast cancer, unintentional injuries, and road traffic-related. Health indicator data is also provided...

633. Economic Evaluation Alongside a Clinical Trial of Telephone Versus In-Person Genetic Counseling for BRCA1/2 Mutations in Geographically Underserved Areas - Resources
Date: Jan 2016

Examines the costs of providing genetic counseling in person to providing it via telephone for primarily rural areas in Utah. Focuses on women with genetic mutations related to a high risk of breast or ovarian cancer as part of the clinical trial, Bridging Geographic Barriers: Remote Cancer Genetic Counseling for Rural Women.

...cancer as part of the clinical trial, Bridging Geographic Barriers: Remote Cancer Genetic Counseling for Rural...

634. Comparative Effectiveness of Two Interventions to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening among Females Living in the Rural Midwest - Resources
Date: Feb 2024

Compares the effectiveness of tailored interventions using audiovisual media and patient navigation versus usual methods of care on colorectal screening rates for women in rural Indiana and Ohio. Discusses the implication of findings on access to care for rural residents. Includes breakdown of participant level of rurality and other demographic characteristics.

...Cancer Screening among Females Living in the Rural Midwest --- Compares the effectiveness of tailored interventions...

635. Breast Cancer Screening among Medicare Advantage Enrollees with Dementia - Resources
Date: Mar 2024

Compares rates of mammogram screening among screening-eligible women with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) using 2012-2019 Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey data. Compares screening rates of Medicare Advantage and fee-for-service Medicare enrollees, with data breakdowns by race and ethnicity, rural versus urban status, and more. Identifies potential risks related to over-screening.

...Cancer Screening among Medicare Advantage Enrollees with Dementia --- Compares rates of mammogram screening among screening...

636. Promoting Physical Activity in Rural Settings: Effectiveness and Potential Strategies - Resources
Date: 2021

Evaluates the effectiveness of a BEAT Cancer, a physical activity intervention for female cancer survivors, utilizing data from 16 program participants in a rural, community setting. Includes data on outcomes related to physical activity, mental health, quality of life, and barriers to physical activity of 16 participants. Includes program implementation and design feedback from participants.

...Cancer, a physical activity intervention for female cancer survivors, utilizing data from 16 program participants...

637. Establishing Effective Patient Navigation Programs in Oncology: Proceedings of a Workshop - Resources
Date: May 2018

Summarizes workshop proceedings and discussion to examine how to improve cancer patients' healthcare services navigation. Discusses current models of patient navigation programs, including programs in rural areas. Covers lessons learned, policy changes, and opportunities to improve cancer patient healthcare services navigation. Document is free to download after providing an email address.

...cancer patients' healthcare services navigation. Discusses current models of patient navigation programs, including programs in rural...

638. Colorectal Cancer Screening Among American Indians in a Pacific Northwest Tribe: Cowlitz Tribal BRFSS Project, 2009-2010 - Resources
Date: May 2014

Describes the demographics, health status, prevalence of risk factors, and use of screening techniques in a non-reservation-based American Indian tribe. Includes breakdowns by age group, sex, marital status, employment status, education level, annual household income, insurance status, and various risk factors.

...Cancer Screening Among American Indians in a Pacific Northwest Tribe: Cowlitz Tribal BRFSS Project, 2009-2010 --- Describes...

639. Prostate Cancer Screening and Strategies, Florida Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2012–2020 - Resources
Date: Nov 2023

Examines prostate screening from 2012 to 2020 among men living in Florida. Utilizes the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) to analyze prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening percentages by county for men aged 18 or older. Discusses screening disparities related to Black men.

...Cancer Screening and Strategies, Florida Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2012–2020 --- Examines prostate screening...

640. New Resource Webinar: CRC Screening in Rural Communities Best Practices Guidebook - Resources
Date: Jul 2025

Webinar introducing the ACS NCCRT Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Screening in Rural Communities Best Practices Guidebook. Includes an overview of CRC disparities in rural communities and offers guidance for organizations working to improve CRC screening rates in their communities. Highlights successes of CRC screening programs in Alaska and Arizona administered by the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation and Mariposa Community Health Center.

...Cancer Society National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (ACS NCCRT) Cancer · Health disparities · Health screening · Planning and strategy...