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01-03-2010

A National Survey of State Comprehensive Cancer Control Managers: Implications of Geographic Information Systems

Authors: Julie E. Volkman, Roxanne Parrott, Suellen Hopfer, Eugene J. Lengerich

Published in: Journal of Cancer Education | Issue 1/2010

Abstract

The growth of geographic information systems (GIS) for comprehensive cancer control (CCC) planning activities has been documented. We examined concerns about use and derived principles for practice. A national survey of US CCC program managers (n = 49) was conducted. Results include statements and frequency of barriers to use GIS mapping for CCC. Uses of GIS for CCC activities have benefits, but must be considered within organizational frameworks designed to safeguard confidentiality of health information and community relationships. Education to guide understanding of and input into the decisions linked to GIS mapping can limit possible harms while advancing CCC aims.

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Title: A National Survey of State Comprehensive Cancer Control Managers: Implications of Geographic Information Systems
Authors: Julie E. Volkman
Roxanne Parrott
Suellen Hopfer
Eugene J. Lengerich
Publication date: 01-03-2010
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Journal of Cancer Education / Issue 1/2010
Print ISSN: 0885-8195
Electronic ISSN: 1543-0154
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13187-009-0012-2

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