2023
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.43445
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Addressing Cancer Disparities Through Community Engagement: Lessons and Best Practices

Abstract: Cancer disparities continue to be a significant public health challenge, disproportionately affecting certain communities in terms of incidence, mortality, and access to quality care. Addressing these disparities requires a multifaceted approach that involves not only healthcare professionals and researchers but also the active participation and collaboration of the affected communities themselves. Community engagement has emerged as a promising strategy to reduce cancer disparities and promote health equity. … Show more

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“…While ongoing research may enable characterization of how SDOH influence outcomes more fully, pursuing solutions to achieve greater health care equity is equally important. Exploring holistic interventions that include comprehensive, validated screening tools 50 ; integrated social and clinical care 51 ; and community engagement 52 and addressing structural barriers 53 could promote improved health care for cancer survivors and reduce cancer disparities.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…While ongoing research may enable characterization of how SDOH influence outcomes more fully, pursuing solutions to achieve greater health care equity is equally important. Exploring holistic interventions that include comprehensive, validated screening tools 50 ; integrated social and clinical care 51 ; and community engagement 52 and addressing structural barriers 53 could promote improved health care for cancer survivors and reduce cancer disparities.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…It actively engages communities affected by cancer in the creation, execution, and assessment of initiatives and interventions. This approach acknowledges that communities possess expertise regarding their own experiences, requirements, and choices, and it empowers them to take an active role in decision-making processes [33].…”
Section: Time First Diagnosed and Research Prioritiesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Community engagement initiatives involving local leaders and influencers can help build trust and overcome cultural barriers. Developing culturally sensitive educational materials and campaigns that resonate with diverse communities can change perceptions and foster a positive attitude toward vaccination [ 33 , 34 ]. Collaboration with community-based organizations and leveraging existing cultural networks can provide valuable insights and aid in designing interventions that align with the beliefs and values of specific populations [ 1 ].…”
Section: Reviewmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Collaboration with community-based organizations and leveraging existing cultural networks can provide valuable insights and aid in designing interventions that align with the beliefs and values of specific populations [ 1 ]. In the case of HPV vaccination in India, community-based organizations such as CAPED have been eager to kickstart outreach programs, waiting for months to receive official communication guidelines from the health ministry [ 34 ]. Authorities have also held workshops on the vaccine for local media, which is crucial due to previous negative coverage of the HPV vaccine [ 14 ].…”
Section: Reviewmentioning
confidence: 99%