scholarly journals Infection-Related Cancers in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Paradigm for Cancer Prevention and Control

Oncology ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 84 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fred Okuku ◽  
Abrahams Omoding ◽  
Victoria Walusansa ◽  
Martin Origa ◽  
Gerald Mutungi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Control ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
And Control

scholarly journals Community-Engaged Approaches to Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdiel A. Habila ◽  
Linda Jepkoech Kimaru ◽  
Namoonga Mantina ◽  
Dora Yesenia Valencia ◽  
D. Jean McClelland ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Cancer Disparities ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Control ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
And Control

Background: Cervical cancer remains one of the top causes of cancer mortality among African women. Cervical cancer screening and early detection and treatment of precancer is one of the evidence-based interventions to reduce incidence and mortality. The application of community-based participatory research (CBPR) has been used in the United States to improve participation in screening and reduce cervical cancer disparities. However, it is unclear whether these engaged approaches have been used in sub-Saharan African to address disparities related to cervical cancer mortality.Objectives: Highlight community engagement in cervical cancer prevention and control in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), describe the community engagement efforts that are currently being used, and to describe the best practices for community engagement toward the end-goal of cervical cancer prevention and control.Methods: We searched PubMed, Embase, CINHAL, African Journals Online (AJOL), and African Index Medicus-WHO from inception until June 8, 2020. After screening 620 titles and abstracts, and reviewing 56 full-text articles according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, 9 articles met the selection criteria and were included. Relevant data variables were extracted from the included articles and a narrative synthesis was performed.Results: Between 2005 and 2019, 9 articles describing research in Ghana, Kenya, Zambia, Senegal, South Africa, and Nigeria were included. These articles described work that largely took place in rural settings predominantly among women age 15–65 years. Leveraging community networks such as community health workers, religious organizations, traditional leaders, and educational institutions increased awareness of cervical cancer. Working within existing social structures and training community members through the research effort were promising methods for addressing the disparities in cervical cancer incidence and mortality among communities.Discussion: The findings of this scoping review have contributed to the understanding of which novel approaches to community-based practices can be used to address cervical cancer disparities among SSA communities that carry a disproportionate disease burden. Community engagement in the research process, while effortful, has shown to be beneficial to researchers and to the communities that they serve, and provides valuable next steps in the effort to address cervical cancer disparities in SSA.

scholarly journals Community Engaged Approaches to Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review Protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdiel A Habila ◽  
Namoonga Mantina ◽  
Linda Jepkoech Kimaru ◽  
Jonah Musa ◽  
Maia Ingram ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cause Of Death ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
And Control

Abstract Introduction Cervical cancer is the fourth leading cause of death in women globally and remains the foremost cause of death in African women in spite of campaigns to increase education and prevention of the disease. The goal of participatory action research or community based participatory research is to engage communities in the research process in order to increase disease awareness and decrease disease mortality as a result of health disparities. The primary objective of this study is to summarize methods of community engagement in research on the prevention and control of cervical cancer in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). MethodsWe will search through the following electronic databases for potential studies: PubMed, Embase, African Journals Online (AJOL), and African Index Medicus-WHO from inception until the date the last search will be conducted. Articles included will be restricted to those published in English and pertaining to research conducted in SSA. Articles generated from the search will be managed in our database. A narrative synthesis will be performed on the final list of included articles. DiscussionThis scoping review will provide evidence and perspectives on how research studies have engaged community members to bolster the cervical cancer prevention and control efforts. Findings of this review will contribute to the literature by identifying the benefits of community engagement in cervical cancer prevention in SSA and advance the science of cervical cancer prevention in the region and globally.

Linking decision-making research and cancer prevention and control: Important themes.

2005 ◽  
Vol 24 (4, Suppl) ◽  
pp. S106-S110 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevin D. McCaul ◽  
Ellen Peters ◽  
Wendy Nelson ◽  
Michael Stefanek
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Control ◽  
And Control

Perspectives of cancer prevention and control resources from stakeholders in rural southern Illinois

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron J. Kruse‐Diehr ◽  
Marquita W. Lewis‐Thames ◽  
Eric Wiedenman ◽  
Aimee James ◽  
Lynne Chambers
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Southern Illinois ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Control ◽  
And Control

scholarly journals Understanding a Diverse Cancer Center Catchment Area: A Qualitative Needs Assessment Built on a Theoretical Framework

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 107327482098302
Author(s):  
Clara Reyes ◽  
Beti Thompson ◽  
Katherine J. Briant ◽  
Jason Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Catchment Area ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Geographic Distance ◽  
Geographic Region ◽  
Cancer Center ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Control ◽  
Incidence And Mortality ◽  
And Control

INTRODUCTION: Quantitative approaches to the cancer incidence and mortality of a geographic region may lack understanding of the human context in the region thereby affecting how relevant cancer prevention and control activities can best be targeted to a cancer center’s catchment area. OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study was to obtain and analyze qualitative data that described the barriers and facilitators in a cancer center’s catchment area. A further objective was to use the assessment to plan a comprehensive approach to cancer prevention and control activities in the region. METHODS: Extensive qualitative data were gathered from 32 key informants in the 13 county catchment area. We used the Warnecke Model for Analysis of Population Health and Health Disparities to analyze the qualitative data. We coded factors affecting cancer prevention and control using a directed content analysis approach guided by the Warnecke Model. RESULTS: Four outcome types included fundamental barriers such as political environment and discrimination, gaps in resources, and lack of coordinated activities. Social and physical barriers included distrust, diverse language and cultures, and geographic distance. Individual barriers included lack of system negotiation, health literacy, and poverty. Biological barriers were disparate disease rates in specific groups. CONCLUSION: The analysis and assessment led to the creation of a catchment area wide coalition that used the results to formulate a comprehensive strategic plan to address the barriers in the region.

scholarly journals Promoting Cancer Prevention and Control in Community-Based HIV/AIDS Service Organizations: Are They Ready?

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
John A. Guidry ◽  
Erica Lubetkin ◽  
Geoffrey Corner ◽  
Jennifer Lord-Bessen ◽  
Mark Kornegay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Service Organizations ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Control ◽  
And Control ◽  
Hiv Aids
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