Tongans in this study had a limited amount of information about cancer; however, they felt strongly that having cancer was the equivalent of death. Our findings will help in the development of culturally sensitive cancer education for the US Tongan community.Background-There is little published information about cancer related knowledge, attitudes, and preventive behaviors of Tongans in the United States.
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