American Cancer Society
Survey finds significant racial differences in lung cancer beliefs
Published in Cancer Weekly, March 9th, 2010
A new survey finds that while both whites and African Americans know and think little about lung cancer, African Americans are more likely to hold beliefs and perceptions about the disease that could interfere with prevention and treatment. Published early online in Cancer, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the report indicates that public health messages regarding lung cancer should be targeted to all communities.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, and while African Americans have the highest incidence of the disease, they are less likely to receive treatment for lung cancer. Researchers have wondered whether...
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Source: Cancer Weekly (2010-03-09)
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