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Published in: Journal of Cancer Education 4/2011

01-12-2011

Needs of Low-Income African American Cancer Survivors: Multifaceted and Practical

Authors: Maghboeba Mosavel, Kimberley Sanders

Published in: Journal of Cancer Education | Issue 4/2011

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Abstract

This study aimed to identify the needs of low-income, African American cancer survivors in an urban setting. Data were collected from semi-structured interviews conducted with cancer survivors (n = 12), caregivers (n = 10), professionals (n = 10), and surveys from town hall meetings (n = 80). The major needs identified, across all groups, included a diverse array of practical needs including transportation, financial and job assistance, childcare, self-care assistance, more education and lifestyle information when diagnosed as well as after diagnosis, better post treatment plan, and more need for social support. They identified the ideal resource center as being located within the survivor's neighborhood and would provide a range of medically specific support as well as recreational services. Being of limited economic means has a host of implications for those diagnosed with cancer and for their family members. Participants suggested that needs for cancer survivors have to take into account a complexity of factors including culture, family, and especially economic implications.
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Metadata
Title
Needs of Low-Income African American Cancer Survivors: Multifaceted and Practical
Authors
Maghboeba Mosavel
Kimberley Sanders
Publication date
01-12-2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Journal of Cancer Education / Issue 4/2011
Print ISSN: 0885-8195
Electronic ISSN: 1543-0154
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s13187-011-0253-8

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