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  • Health Disparities
  • Radiation Therapy

Background:

  • American Indian (AI) and Alaska Native (AN) populations experience disparities in cancer care completion.
  • Understanding patient attitudes towards radiation therapy (RT) is crucial for improving cancer care adherence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate AI/AN patients' attitudes toward radiation therapy (RT).
  • To identify barriers and concerns influencing RT acceptance among AI/AN cancer patients.

Main Methods:

  • A survey of 50 AI/AN cancer patients at Phoenix Indian Medical Center was conducted.
  • The study assessed willingness to travel for RT, concerns, and obstacles, comparing them with patient characteristics.

Main Results:

  • 78% of patients considered RT duration important; 48% would travel over 25 miles for a shorter course.
  • Top barriers included transportation, cost, and insurance; top concerns were adverse effects, cost, and fear.
  • Concerns about adverse effects linked to treatment explanation; transportation concerns linked to accessibility and communication.

Conclusions:

  • AI/AN patients express significant concerns regarding RT's adverse effects and logistical challenges (cost, transportation, insurance).
  • Culturally tailored education and hypofractionation may enhance RT acceptance in this population.
  • Future studies should test interventions to improve RT acceptance and adherence.