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Cancer in Indigenous Australians: a review.

J R Condon1, B K Armstrong, A Barnes

  • 1Menzies School of Health Research, Casuarina, NT, Australia. john.condon@menzies.edu.au

Cancer Causes & Control : CCC
|May 17, 2003
PubMed
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Indigenous Australians face higher rates of certain cancers like lung and liver cancer, alongside poorer survival outcomes. Improving access to cancer control programs is crucial for better health outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Indigenous Health

Background:

  • Cancer significantly impacts Indigenous Australians, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of the evidence.
  • Existing research on cancer's burden among Indigenous populations requires synthesis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To consolidate and present the available evidence on the impact of cancer on Indigenous Australians.
  • To identify disparities in cancer incidence, mortality, and survival.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a comprehensive literature search encompassing peer-reviewed journals.
  • Included grey literature from government agencies, cancer registries, and non-government organizations.

Main Results:

  • Indigenous Australians exhibit higher incidence rates for lung, liver, and cervical cancers.

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  • Lower incidence rates observed for breast, colorectal, prostate cancers, melanoma, and lymphoma.
  • Higher cancer mortality and lower survival rates are evident in Indigenous Australians compared to non-Indigenous populations.

    • Conclusions:

    • Disparities in cancer outcomes are linked to differences in risk factor prevalence and potentially advanced disease at diagnosis.
    • Inaccessible and ineffective health programs present significant barriers to cancer control for Indigenous Australians.
    • Substantial improvements in preventive services, screening, primary care, and specialist treatment are essential to reduce cancer incidence and enhance outcomes.