Seminars in oncology nursing
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Review Comparative Study
Cancer prevention among racial ethnic minorities.
To provide an overview of the cancer disparities among racial and ethnically diverse populations and to describe primary and secondary prevention among them. ⋯ Continued and sustained efforts are needed on all fronts (education, practice, and research, policy) to improve the poor cancer-related outcomes for minorities.
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To describe the epidemiology of cancer in the United States-risk factors, trends, and recent patterns of disparities in cancer incidence, mortality, and survival. ⋯ Nursing can use epidemiologic tools to reduce the suffering and death caused by cancer and improve the quality of life for cancer survivors.