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Better knowledge translation for effective cancer control: a priority for action.
Eva Grunfeld1, Louise Zitzelsberger, William K Evans
1Cancer Care Nova Scotia, Dalhousie University, 1278 Tower Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 2Y9. Eva.Grunfeld@ccns.nshealth.ca
Cancer Causes & Control : CCC
|August 3, 2004
Summary
National cancer control programs can be more effective by integrating knowledge translation strategies. This approach ensures research findings are implemented, maximizing the impact of cancer prevention and treatment efforts worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Rising global cancer incidence necessitates effective control strategies.
- National cancer control programs are crucial for implementing evidence-based interventions.
- Gaps exist between cancer research discoveries and their practical application in clinical settings and policy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of knowledge translation in cancer control.
- To emphasize the need for integrating research findings into practice and policy.
- To demonstrate how knowledge translation can enhance the impact of cancer control programs.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on cancer control strategies and knowledge translation.
- Analysis of traditional research dissemination methods versus implementation strategies.
- Identification of key elements and effective strategies for knowledge translation in oncology.
Main Results:
- Traditional dissemination methods like journal publications have limited impact on practice and policy.
- Knowledge translation research offers effective strategies for bridging the research-to-practice gap.
- Integrating knowledge translation components can significantly amplify the effectiveness of cancer control initiatives.
Conclusions:
- Effective cancer control requires moving beyond traditional research dissemination.
- Implementing knowledge translation strategies within national cancer control programs is essential for maximizing impact.
- A focused approach on knowledge translation can ensure that advancements in cancer research lead to tangible improvements in patient care and outcomes.