Cancer disparities: Colorectal cancer in African Americans
https://www.facingourrisk.org/XRAY/cancer-disparities-colorectal-cancer-African-Americans
Full article: https://cancerprogressreport.aacr.org/disparities/
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) released a 2020 report about cancer disparities among racial and ethnic groups in the United States. In this XRAY review, we highlight data from the report about the burden of colorectal cancer in African Americans, who have the highest rates of diagnosis and death related to the disease among all racial and ethnic groups. (Posted 4/27/21)
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Questions To Ask Your Health Care Provider
- When should I begin routine screening for colorectal cancer?
- What factors put me at risk for colorectal cancer?
- What is the best treatment option for my colorectal cancer?
- What factors put me at risk for poor treatment outcomes?
- Would I be a good candidate for any clinical trials involving colorectal cancer treatment?
Open Clinical Trials
The following clinical research studies focus on addressing health disparities in cancer:
- NCT04854304: Abbreviate or FAST Breast MRI for Supplemental Breast Cancer Screening for Black Women at Average Risk and Dense Breasts. This study looks at how effectively a FAST breast MRI can successfully detect breast cancer in Black women with dense breasts.
- PREVAIL Study: A Genetic Education and Genetic Testing Study for African American Men with Prostate Cancer or with a Strong Family History of Cancer. PREVAIL is a patient-choice study where African American men with prostate cancer or with a strong family history of cancer can choose to either view a pretest genetic education video before having genetic testing or meet with a genetic counselor before genetic testing.
- Exploring the Experience of Asian Patients Receiving Results from Cancer Genetic Testing. This study aims to understand the experience of Asian patients at least 18 years of age who received genetic test results within the past two years.
- Understanding the Needs of LGBTQIA+ Caregivers Supporting People with Cancer. This study team wants to understand the experiences of LGBTQIA+ caregivers supporting people with cancer, and what interventions or services could fill their needs and support their health.
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Learning about the Needs of Autistic People Related to Breast Cancer Screening and Testing. The goal of this study is to learn about people’s needs for information, support and services related to breast health, breast cancer risk and screening. The information will be collected through an online survey.
The following studies look at colorectal cancer screening or prevention:
- NCT03218423: Longitudinal Performance of Epi proColon (PERT). This study evaluates a blood test for colorectal cancer.
- NCT04940442: Outreach and Choice in Colorectal Cancer Screening. This study compares participation in colorectal cancer (CRC) screening by fecal immunochemical test [FIT] and colonoscopy.
Other colorectal cancer screening and prevention studies may be found here.
About FORCE
FORCE is a national nonprofit organization, established in 1999. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by adult hereditary cancers.