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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Disparities
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Screening mammograms are crucial for early breast cancer detection.
  • Medically underserved populations often face barriers to accessing regular screenings.
  • Language preference can be a significant factor influencing healthcare adherence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between language preference and screening mammogram adherence among medically underserved women in New York City.
  • To identify demographic and socioeconomic factors associated with lower mammogram screening rates.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to 518 women aged 40 and above attending breast health education programs.
  • Participants represented diverse language groups including English, Spanish, Chinese, and French speakers.
  • Statistical analyses were performed to determine the likelihood of adherence based on language preference and other factors.

Main Results:

  • Women preferring Chinese were 53% less likely to have undergone a mammogram in the past year compared to English preferrers (p < .01).
  • Older women (≥75 years) and uninsured women showed significantly lower adherence rates (p < .0001 and p < .05, respectively).
  • Age and insurance status emerged as significant predictors of screening mammogram utilization.

Conclusions:

  • Linguistic appropriateness is vital for improving breast cancer screening adherence in non-English speaking, medically underserved women.
  • Targeted interventions are needed to address disparities in mammogram screening.
  • Further research should focus on older adults (≥75) and uninsured populations to enhance screening mammogram use.