Breast Cancer

Research from University of Washington provide new insights into breast cancer

Published in Clinical Oncology Week, November 5th, 2007

According to a study from the United States, "Participation of African Americans in research trials is low. Understanding the perspectives of African American patients toward participation in clinical trials is essential to understanding the disparities in participation rates compared with whites."

"A qualitative study was conducted to discover attitudes of the African American community regarding willingness to participate in breast cancer screening and randomized clinical trials. Six focus groups consisting of 8 to I I African American women (N = 58), aged 30 to 65, were recruited from local churches. Focus group sessions involved a 2-hour audio-taped discussion...

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