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Website Search Results for: cancer

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201. Gaps in Survey Data on Cancer in American Indian and Alaska Native Populations: Examination of US Population Surveys, 1960-2010 - Resources
Date: Mar 2013

Lists major federal surveys on cancer in American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN). Documents the sample size and data collection methods, and identifies gaps in the types of cancer-related information collected. Subtopics range from prevention to survivorship.

...Cancer in American Indian and Alaska Native Populations: Examination of US Population Surveys, 1960-2010 --- Lists...

202. Using Population Health Measures to Evaluate the Environmental Burden of Cancer at the County Level - Resources
Date: Apr 2019

Results of a study using population health indicators and county-level factor analysis to examine rates of cancer from 2010 to 2014. Includes maps with shadings to show burden index and age-adjusted cancer mortality rates. Variables included poverty, income, food insecurity, isolation in rural areas, and long commutes.

...Cancer at the County Level --- Results of a study using population health indicators and county...

203. Rural Disparities in Cancer Care: A Review of Its Implications and Possible Interventions - Resources
Date: 2016

A literature review about the disparities in cancer care in rural Appalachia, specifically West Virginia. Discusses possible solutions to bridge the gap, such as teleoncology, virtual tumor boards, patient support groups, and physician training programs. Includes data and statistics for rates of cancer and oncologist availability.

...cancer and oncologist availability. --- View more Rural Disparities in Cancer Care: A Review of Its Implications...

204. Prostate Cancer Across North Carolina - Resources
Reviewed: Jan 2025

Displays National Cancer Institute data on prostate cancer cases and deaths for North Carolina counties via an interactive map and downloadable reports. Reports also contains breakdowns by race and ethnicity.

...Cancer Across North Carolina --- Displays National Cancer Institute data on prostate cancer cases and deaths...

205. Using Project ECHO and Patient Navigation to Improve Care for Cancer Survivors in Rural Areas - Resources
Added: May 2024

Case study describing a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-funded pilot study to reduce health inequities among rural cancer survivors at National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (NCCCP) sites in Kansas, Montana, Nevada, and South Carolina. Discusses implementation of patient navigation and the Project ECHO telemonitoring platform in order to improve access to care and services.

...cancer survivors at National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (NCCCP) sites in Kansas, Montana, Nevada, and South...

206. Shorter Time to Treatment Is Associated With Improved Survival in Rural Patients With Breast Cancer Despite Other Adverse Socioeconomic Factors - Resources
Date: Jan 2023

Analyzes the relationship between time to treatment initiation (TTI) and overall survival (OS) of cancer patients. Examines 1,205,031 women with breast cancer from 2004 to 2012 by socioeconomic and demographic information, with data further broken down by rural versus urban location.

...cancer patients. Examines 1,205,031 women with breast cancer from 2004 to 2012 by socioeconomic...

207. Rural-Urban Differences in Health-Related Quality of Life: Patterns for Cancer Survivors Compared to Other Older Adults - Resources
Date: Apr 2021

Study examining health-related quality of life for older cancer survivors based on data from Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results-Medicare Health Outcomes Survey (SEER-MHOS), comparing quality of life scores in urban and rural areas. Describes implications for interventions to support physical, social, and emotional health-related quality of life for rural older cancer survivors.

...cancer survivors. --- View more Rural-Urban Differences in Health-Related Quality of Life: Patterns for Cancer...

208. Through the Lens: Youth Experiences with Cancer in Rural Appalachian Kentucky Using Photovoice - Resources
Date: Dec 2021

Study examining a group of Appalachian Kentucky youth's recognition of cancer disparities in their communities through photography. Analyzes visual themes in participant submissions, including risk factors related to cancer-causing substances, products, or diets, community awareness and support, and healthcare, among other themes.

...Cancer in Rural Appalachian Kentucky Using Photovoice --- Study examining a group of Appalachian Kentucky youth...

209. 2021 Cancer Incidence and Mortality in North Carolina - Resources
Date: Jan 2024

Reports North Carolina cancer incidence and mortality for the year 2021, including breakdowns by type of cancer and demographic category. Includes county-by-county data.

...Cancer Incidence and Mortality in North Carolina --- Reports North Carolina cancer incidence and mortality for the year...

210. Does Patient Rurality Predict Quality Colon Cancer Care? A Population Based Study - Resources
Date: Apr 2015

Study of 123,129 colon cancer patients listed on the California Cancer Registry from 1996-2008, 15% of whom lived in rural areas. Features demographic statistics with breakdowns by urban or rural residence.

...Cancer Care? A Population Based Study --- Study of 123,129 colon cancer patients listed on the California...