Occupational Engagement in Low-Income Latina Breast Cancer Survivors

Sleight, Alix G.

doi:10.5014/ajot.2017.023739

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“…The results were consistent with the report indicating that these symptoms after treatment affected their ability to conduct a work [22]. We also found that patients with comorbidities were less likely to RTW, similar to the studies reporting that patients with fatigue, pain, or cognitive decline, choose to avoid social interaction, and therefore seriously affecting their ability to work and/or quality of life [23,24]. It is necessary to formulate individual rehabilitation plans during or after treatment to restore their physical functions or mental wellbeing for work and social activities [25].…”

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The assessment of returning to work following treatment and the associated personal, disease, and treatment factors among breast cancer survivors in central China

Gao

et al. 2021

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Purpose To assess the status of returning to work (RTW) following breast cancer treatment and to explore its associated factors among female patients. Methods Four-hundred-forty-two eligible patients admitted in a tertiary hospital since 2012 were followed up in 2018. Information about working status after treatment, date of RTW or reason for not RTW was obtained during a 30-min interview. Patients’ sociodemographic, disease, and treatment characteristics were retrieved from the hospital record. Overall prevalence rate and probability of RTW during the follow-up were estimated using Kaplan–Meier method. Factors associated with RTW were identified using regression analyses. Results Three-hundred-ninety-six patients (89.6%) completed the follow-up. The median follow-up was 31 months. Among them, 141 patents (35.6%) RTW of whom 68.1% (n = 96) were back within 12 months after cancer treatment. The reported reasons for not RTW included: prolonged fatigue, low self-esteem, lack of support from family and working unit, or voluntarily quitting. Patients aged under 50 years, being single, having higher level of education, not having extensive axillary node procedure, or without any comorbidities were more likely to RTW. Conclusion The rate of RTW after cancer treatment in this cohort was lower than those reported in others. Both personal and treatment factors were associated with RTW.

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The assessment of returning to work following treatment and the associated personal, disease, and treatment factors among breast cancer survivors in central China

Gao

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“…At the same time, significant challenges remained. Consistent with reports from research with Latina and non-Latina populations, 6,24,30 continued swelling and other symptoms rendered participants less able to engage in activities independently than prior to the diagnosis. Their occupational lives were disrupted as well, consistent with previous reports in the literature about Latina and non-Latina White breast cancer survivors.…”

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“…In previous research, Latina survivors have indicated feeling dismissed by their doctors, feeling like a "file," rather than a "patient." 6 Together, these data point to structural issues that need attention if we are to enhance outcomes for Latinas with BCRL.…”

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“…4 Women with BCRL may experience persistent swelling of the arm, hand, breast, and/or chest; feelings of heaviness or fullness; decreased mobility; aching or tingling; and skin tightness or hardening in the affected region. [4][5][6] There is no cure for BCRL; therefore, it requires diligent consistent care to manage the condition. 4 Research on women's experiences with BCRL has been conducted primarily with White non-Latina women in the United States and internationally.…”

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“…5,12 Given the challenge of finding clothes that fit, women also may spend considerable time dressing. 5,6 Some women have reported that BCRL serves as a reminder of their breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, 10 triggering fears of recurrence and worry. 5 Studies conducted with a majority of non-Latina White women in the United States and abroad show that women with BCRL have better psychological outcomes when drawing on social support, engaging in faith-based practices, and using active coping strategies.…”

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“I never heard anything about it”: Knowledge and psychosocial needs of Latina breast cancer survivors with lymphedema

Buki

Rivera-Ramos

Kanagui-Muñoz

et al. 2021

Womens Health (Lond Engl)

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Objective: Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer and the leading cause of cancer-related death among Latina women in the United States. One aspect of recovery that has been underrepresented in the English-language literature is the recovery of Latina women who have developed lymphedema, a debilitating condition characterized by persistent swelling of the arm, hand, chest, and/or breast. To fill this research gap, a study was conducted to examine the lived experiences of Latina women with breast cancer-related lymphedema. Methods: Given the limited scholarship on this topic, qualitative methods were used to obtain a foundational and nuanced understanding of Latina women’s experiences. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 10 Latina survivors with breast cancer-related lymphedema. Data were analyzed through thematic analysis and constant comparison methodology. Results: The data analysis yielded three major themes: knowledge of lymphedema, impact of lymphedema diagnosis, and coping with lymphedema. Participants had limited knowledge of lymphedema and its risk factors upon diagnosis, in addition to barriers accessing quality care. They also noted psychological distress related to a significant financial burden as well as social anxiety related to interacting with others while wearing compression gloves or sleeves. A major coping strategy was receiving social support from friends, family, peers in structured support groups, and spiritual/religious groups or practices. Conclusions: Our findings bring to light contextual factors that may place Latina breast cancer survivors at increased risk for lymphedema and for experiencing a high burden managing their condition. Recommendations are provided for primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.

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Calidad de Vida: a systematic review of quality of life in Latino cancer survivors in the USA

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Background-Cancer is the leading cause of death among Hispanics/Latinos. Thus, understanding health-related quality of life (HRQOL) needs among this diverse racial/ethnic group is critical. Using Ferrell's multidimensional framework for measuring QOL, we synthesized evidence on HRQOL needs among Hispanic/Latino cancer survivors.Methods-We searched MEDLINE/PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, and PsycINFO, for English language articles published between 1995 and January 2020, reporting HRQOL among Hispanic/ Latino cancer survivors in the USA.Results-Of the 648 articles reviewed, 176 met inclusion criteria, with 100 of these studies focusing exclusively on breast cancer patients and no studies examining end-of-life HRQOL issues. Compared with other racial/ethnic groups, Hispanics/Latinos reported lower HRQOL and a higher symptom burden across multiple HRQOL domains. Over 80% of studies examining racial/ ethnic differences in psychological well-being (n = 45) reported worse outcomes among Hispanics/Latinos compared with other racial/ethnic groups. Hispanic/Latino cancer survivors were also more likely to report suboptimal physical well-being in 60% of studies assessing racial/ ethnic differences (n = 27), and Hispanics/Latinos also reported lower social well-being relative to non-Hispanics/Latinos in 78% of studies reporting these outcomes (n = 32). In contrast, reports of ✉

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Occupational Engagement in Low-Income Latina Breast Cancer Survivors

Cited by 13 publications

References 25 publications

The assessment of returning to work following treatment and the associated personal, disease, and treatment factors among breast cancer survivors in central China

The assessment of returning to work following treatment and the associated personal, disease, and treatment factors among breast cancer survivors in central China

“I never heard anything about it”: Knowledge and psychosocial needs of Latina breast cancer survivors with lymphedema

Calidad de Vida: a systematic review of quality of life in Latino cancer survivors in the USA

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