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Prostate Cancer Knowledge and Decision Making Among African-American Men and Women in the Southeastern United States
Otis L Owens1, Dawnyéa D Jackson2, Tracey L Thomas3
1College of Social Work, University of South Carolina, Columbia SC, 29208 ; Statewide Cancer Prevention and Control Program, University of South Carolina, Columbia SC, 29208.
Abstract:
This study used multiple methods for assessing African-American (AA) men's and their female relatives, friends, and significant others' knowledge and cancer-related decision-making practices within the context of a prostate cancer (PrCA) education program. Data were collected from 81 participants using qualitative focus groups and 49 participants also completed quantitative pre/post surveys. Findings showed that men often relied on their female "significant other" and doctors for guidance on cancer-related decisions. Women described their role in assisting with their male partners' cancer decisions. AA men's and women's knowledge scores increased between pre- and post-tests which can indicate a greater likelihood of future participation in informed cancer-related decision making. Also, using multiple methods in formative research can provide relevant information for developing effective cancer-related interventions.
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