Rural Health
Resources by Topic: Cancer
Spatial Analysis of Colorectal Cancer Outcomes and Socioeconomic Factors in Virginia
Shares the results of a spatial analysis of colorectal cancer outcomes in Virginia. Identifies demographic, socioeconomic, and other factors related to healthcare access that impact colorectal cancer disparities. Includes tables and maps sharing rural versus urban data and information.
Author(s): Esther J. Thatcher, Fabian Camacho, Roger T. Anderson, et al.
Citation: BMC Public Health, 21, 1908
Date: 10/2021
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Shares the results of a spatial analysis of colorectal cancer outcomes in Virginia. Identifies demographic, socioeconomic, and other factors related to healthcare access that impact colorectal cancer disparities. Includes tables and maps sharing rural versus urban data and information.
Author(s): Esther J. Thatcher, Fabian Camacho, Roger T. Anderson, et al.
Citation: BMC Public Health, 21, 1908
Date: 10/2021
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Disparities in Breast Cancer Survivors in Rural West Texas
Examines a rural Texan county with increased breast cancer mortality to understand the relationship between sociodemographic variables and breast cancer outcomes. Reviews data from 406 women between 1995 and 2014 to explore survival probability by demographic group, insurance status, zip code, and stage of cancer, among others.
Author(s): Hafiz Khan, Drew Rasmussen, Kemesha Gabbidon, et al.
Citation: Cancer Control, 28
Date: 09/2021
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Examines a rural Texan county with increased breast cancer mortality to understand the relationship between sociodemographic variables and breast cancer outcomes. Reviews data from 406 women between 1995 and 2014 to explore survival probability by demographic group, insurance status, zip code, and stage of cancer, among others.
Author(s): Hafiz Khan, Drew Rasmussen, Kemesha Gabbidon, et al.
Citation: Cancer Control, 28
Date: 09/2021
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QuickStats: Age-Adjusted Death Rates for Cancer, by Urban-Rural Status and Sex — National Vital Statistics System, United States, 1999–2019
Line chart showing urban and rural cancer death rates for men and women from 1999 through 2019.
Citation: MMWR (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report), 70(37), 1312
Date: 09/2021
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Line chart showing urban and rural cancer death rates for men and women from 1999 through 2019.
Citation: MMWR (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report), 70(37), 1312
Date: 09/2021
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Extent of Inclusion of "Rural" in Comprehensive Cancer Control Plans in the United States
Presents a study of 66 comprehensive cancer control plans (CCCPs) created by states, territories, and tribal organizations to assess inclusion of rural-specific strategies. Explains CCCP requirements and offers state-level data on how plans reflect rural population, cancer burden, and disparities.
Author(s): Cathryn Murphy, Sydney Evans, Natoshia Askelson, Jan M. Eberth, Whitney E. Zahnd
Citation: Preventing Chronic Disease, 18, 210091
Date: 09/2021
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Presents a study of 66 comprehensive cancer control plans (CCCPs) created by states, territories, and tribal organizations to assess inclusion of rural-specific strategies. Explains CCCP requirements and offers state-level data on how plans reflect rural population, cancer burden, and disparities.
Author(s): Cathryn Murphy, Sydney Evans, Natoshia Askelson, Jan M. Eberth, Whitney E. Zahnd
Citation: Preventing Chronic Disease, 18, 210091
Date: 09/2021
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Determining Patient Needs to Enhance Exercise Program Implementation and Uptake in Rural Settings for Women after a Cancer Diagnosis
Identifies barriers and facilitators of physical activity programs for rural female cancer survivors, utilizing data from focus group discussions among 19 cancer survivors and 11 interventionists. Includes discussion of participant and facilitator knowledge, program cost, support, cancer-specific exercise and physical outcome concerns, and more. Identifies differences in perspective between participant and facilitator groups.
Author(s): Jessica L. Adams, Michelle Y. Martin, Maria Pisu, et al.
Citation: Supportive Care in Cancer, 29(8), 4641-4649
Date: 08/2021
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Identifies barriers and facilitators of physical activity programs for rural female cancer survivors, utilizing data from focus group discussions among 19 cancer survivors and 11 interventionists. Includes discussion of participant and facilitator knowledge, program cost, support, cancer-specific exercise and physical outcome concerns, and more. Identifies differences in perspective between participant and facilitator groups.
Author(s): Jessica L. Adams, Michelle Y. Martin, Maria Pisu, et al.
Citation: Supportive Care in Cancer, 29(8), 4641-4649
Date: 08/2021
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Epidemiology of Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Virginia: Excellent Survival Outcomes for Patients in Rural Appalachia
Results of a study comparing the molecular characteristics of patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in rural and urban Virginia. Also evaluates the effect of geography and socioeconomic factors on the biology, treatment, and survival rate of AML patients. Features demographics with breakdowns by urban or rural location and a county-level map showing frequency of patients, with shadings indicating urban or rural area.
Author(s): Krista M. Isaac, Daniel R. Reed, Raj Piyush Desai, et al.
Citation: Cancer Reports (Hoboken), 4(4), e1354
Date: 08/2021
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Results of a study comparing the molecular characteristics of patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in rural and urban Virginia. Also evaluates the effect of geography and socioeconomic factors on the biology, treatment, and survival rate of AML patients. Features demographics with breakdowns by urban or rural location and a county-level map showing frequency of patients, with shadings indicating urban or rural area.
Author(s): Krista M. Isaac, Daniel R. Reed, Raj Piyush Desai, et al.
Citation: Cancer Reports (Hoboken), 4(4), e1354
Date: 08/2021
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"You're Going to Have to Think a Little Bit Different" Barriers and Facilitators to Using mHealth to Increase Physical Activity among Older, Rural Cancer Survivors
Study examining the potential of mobile health (mHealth) technology, specifically wearable activity trackers (WATs), to increase physical activity among rural older cancer survivors based on focus group interviews with 21 cancer survivors in New Mexico. Discusses motivation and barriers to using WATs related to peer emotional and informational support, social support, and engaging individuals with limited access to digital technologies.
Author(s): Tamar Ginossar, Heidi Rishel Brakey, Andrew L. Sussman, et al.
Citation: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(17), 8929
Date: 08/2021
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Study examining the potential of mobile health (mHealth) technology, specifically wearable activity trackers (WATs), to increase physical activity among rural older cancer survivors based on focus group interviews with 21 cancer survivors in New Mexico. Discusses motivation and barriers to using WATs related to peer emotional and informational support, social support, and engaging individuals with limited access to digital technologies.
Author(s): Tamar Ginossar, Heidi Rishel Brakey, Andrew L. Sussman, et al.
Citation: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(17), 8929
Date: 08/2021
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Access to Lung Cancer Screening in the Veterans Health Administration: Does Geographic Distribution Match Need in the Population?
Highlights a study on access to lung cancer screening in Veterans Health Administration facilities. Examines screening rates in VA facilities in 44 states from 2013-2019. Breaks down data by state and region, as well as percentage of rural veterans screened. Highlights barriers to accessing screening for rural veterans.
Author(s): Jacqueline H. Boudreau, Donald R. Miller, Shirley Qian, et al.
Citation: Chest Journal, 160(1), 358-367
Date: 07/2021
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Highlights a study on access to lung cancer screening in Veterans Health Administration facilities. Examines screening rates in VA facilities in 44 states from 2013-2019. Breaks down data by state and region, as well as percentage of rural veterans screened. Highlights barriers to accessing screening for rural veterans.
Author(s): Jacqueline H. Boudreau, Donald R. Miller, Shirley Qian, et al.
Citation: Chest Journal, 160(1), 358-367
Date: 07/2021
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The Association Between Breast Cancer Capacity and Resources with Incidence and Mortality in Arizona's Low Populous Counties
Study examining breast cancer service capacity and incidence and mortality rates for low populous counties in Arizona based on CMS National Provider Identifier data. Compares rural and urban data and discusses opportunities for increasing access to preventative services.
Author(s): Adrienne B. Lent, Prashanthinie Mohan, Daniel Derksen, et al.
Citation: Rural and Remote Health, 21, 6357
Date: 07/2021
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Study examining breast cancer service capacity and incidence and mortality rates for low populous counties in Arizona based on CMS National Provider Identifier data. Compares rural and urban data and discusses opportunities for increasing access to preventative services.
Author(s): Adrienne B. Lent, Prashanthinie Mohan, Daniel Derksen, et al.
Citation: Rural and Remote Health, 21, 6357
Date: 07/2021
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Cancer Mortality and Research Outcomes in a Rural State
Highlights a study exploring the factors contributing to high cancer rates in rural North Dakota. Breaks down cancer data by sex and geography, among other measures.
Author(s): Mark R. Williamson, Rashid M. Ahmed
Citation: Wisconsin Medical Journal, 120(2), 120-126
Date: 07/2021
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Highlights a study exploring the factors contributing to high cancer rates in rural North Dakota. Breaks down cancer data by sex and geography, among other measures.
Author(s): Mark R. Williamson, Rashid M. Ahmed
Citation: Wisconsin Medical Journal, 120(2), 120-126
Date: 07/2021
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