ACS, NMA join to reduce cancer disparities
Initiatives to focus on alumni of black schools
The American Cancer Society in Atlanta and the National Medical Association in Washington, DC, have joined the strengths of their respective organizations targeted to end disparities in cancer treatment and diagnosis among ethnic minority and underserved population groups.
The focus is on reducing inequalities in access to information and screening services, quality care and treatment, and end-of-life support.
Minorities often face obstacles
In a joint news release, the organizations said that racial and ethnic minorities can often face numerous obstacles to receiving equal access to quality cancer prevention, early detection and treatment services.
According to the organizations, many of these groups lack health insurance, live in rural or inner-city communities, have low incomes, and experience language barriers, racial bias and stereotyping.
Initial goals for the collaboration include developing and distributing culturally relevant consumer and professional materials that focus on prevention, early detection, and treatment of breast, prostate and colorectal cancer, as well as proper nutrition and physical activities.
Among other initiatives, the effort will target faculty and alumni of historically black colleges and universities.
The American Cancer Society in Atlanta and the National Medical Association in Washington, DC, have joined the strengths of their respective organizations targeted to end disparities in cancer treatment and diagnosis among ethnic minority and underserved population groups.You have reached your article limit for the month. Subscribe now to access this article plus other member-only content.
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