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The cancer prevention and control research network.
Jeffrey R Harris1, Pamela K Brown, Steven Coughlin
1Health Promotion Research Center, University of Washington Health Promotion Research Center, Seattle, WA 98105, USA. jh7@u.washington.edu
Preventing Chronic Disease
|January 27, 2005
Summary
The Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network (CPCRN) reduces cancer disparities through community-based interventions. It focuses on prevention and early detection, especially for underserved populations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Cancer Research
- Health Disparities
Background:
- The Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network (CPCRN) is a national initiative.
- It is jointly funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
- The network comprises multiple sites, including those administered through CDC-funded Prevention Research Centers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and implement novel interventions for cancer prevention and control.
- To disseminate and translate proven interventions into practice.
- To reduce cancer burden and disparities, particularly among minority and medically underserved populations.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes community-based participatory research methods.
- Builds upon systematic reviews from the Guide to Community Preventive Services.
- Focuses on primary prevention (healthy eating, physical activity, sun avoidance, tobacco control) and early detection (screening).
Main Results:
- Initial work groups focus on increasing screening for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers.
- Promoting informed decision-making for prostate cancer screening.
- Validating educational materials for low-literacy populations.
Conclusions:
- The CPCRN aims to bridge the gap between research and practice in cancer prevention and control.
- Community-based participatory research is central to addressing cancer disparities.
- The network's efforts are crucial for reducing the impact of cancer on vulnerable groups.