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Cancer statistics for Hispanics, 2003.

Kathryn O'Brien1, Vilma Cokkinides, Ahmedin Jemal

  • 1Department of Epidemiology and Surveillance Research, American Cancer Society, Atlanta, GA, USA.

CA: a Cancer Journal for Clinicians
|August 20, 2003
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Hispanic populations face unique cancer challenges, with lower overall rates but higher risks for specific cancers like stomach and liver. Strategies focus on screening, lifestyle changes, and vaccines to reduce cancer burden.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Cancer Research

Background:

  • The American Cancer Society (ACS) compiles vital statistics on cancer incidence, mortality, and behaviors within the US Hispanic population.
  • Understanding cancer trends in diverse populations is crucial for targeted public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide updated estimates of new cancer cases and deaths among Hispanics in the US for 2003.
  • To analyze cancer incidence, mortality, and relevant behaviors in the Hispanic population compared to non-Hispanic whites.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from the National Cancer Institute's (NCI) Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program for incidence.
  • Employed mortality data from the National Center for Health Statistics.
  • Incorporated behavioral data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), and National Health Interview Survey (NHIS).

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Main Results:

  • An estimated 67,400 new cancer cases and 22,100 cancer deaths were projected among Hispanics in 2003.
  • Hispanics exhibited lower overall cancer incidence and mortality rates compared to non-Hispanic whites, including for breast, prostate, lung, and colorectal cancers.
  • Elevated incidence and mortality rates were observed for stomach, liver, uterine cervix, and gallbladder cancers in Hispanics, linked to infectious agents, lower screening, diet, and genetics.

Conclusions:

  • Targeted strategies are essential to mitigate cancer disparities in the Hispanic population.
  • Interventions should focus on increasing cancer screening, promoting physical activity, reducing tobacco use and obesity, and developing effective vaccines.
  • Addressing specific risk factors, including infectious agents and lifestyle choices, is critical for reducing cancer burden in this demographic.