Author: Sheryl WilsonPublisher:
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Category : Nursing
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Background and Purpose. Early detection of breast cancer has saved countless lives annually. Nationally, women of color experience higher rates of invasive breast cancer and mortality. The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions of breast cancer screening among women of color (African American, Hispanic, and Pacific Islander) in order to promote preventive and supportive measures. Puget Sound Affiliates of Susan G. Komen explored breast cancer and breast cancer screening habits among 16 counties in Washington State through focus groups and semi-structured interviews in a community needs assessment in 2011. Findings from the community needs assessment identified counties with disproportionately high occurrence of newly invasive breast cancer diagnosis or invasive breast cancer, and worse outcomes among women of color. Methods. Using qualitative data provided by Puget Sound Affiliates of Susan G. Komen, this study explored the perceptions of 68 women of color ranging in age from 25 to 74. The data was analyzed using content analysis in Microsoft Excel and Nvivo 10. Evaluation. Finding contributed to a greater understanding of the perceptions of breast cancer among women of color to improve breast health outcomes within the community. Clinical Implication and Recommendation. The analysis of the qualitative data provided an informative guide to improve breast health care and implement new measures within communities among women of color through education and outreach.