Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Underserved Women in the Rural South Toward Breast Cancer Prevention and Detection

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

7-1-2009

Department

Community Health Sciences

Abstract

The goal of this study was to understand the unique needs and barriers to breast cancer control among African American women in the rural South. This population experiences barriers that surpass that of other minorities. Researchers conducted 6 focus groups to assess barriers of minority women in Mississippi toward breast cancer prevention and clinical trials. These women had little knowledge of treatment options and negative perceptions of screening and clinical trial participation. This research equips others to identify new health education strategies. Conclusions also provide insight into prevention for other minority populations, such as Latina, Asian, and American Indian women.

Publication Title

Family & Community Health

Volume

32

Issue

3

First Page

238

Last Page

246

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