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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Equity
  • Cancer Control

Background:

  • Social determinants of health (SDOH) significantly influence health outcomes.
  • Structural factors like housing insecurity contribute to disparities in cancer care and outcomes.
  • These disparities are evident across various demographics and geographic locations in the U.S.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize discussions on housing insecurity as a social determinant of health in cancer care.
  • To provide an overview of housing insecurity's impact on the cancer continuum.
  • To identify interventions, challenges, and opportunities for addressing housing insecurity in cancer care.

Main Methods:

  • Dissemination commentary summarizing National Cancer Policy Forum webinars.
  • Focus on formal presentations and panel discussions regarding housing insecurity.
  • Synthesis of information on housing insecurity and its association with cancer care.

Main Results:

  • Housing insecurity affects cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
  • Health systems can implement interventions to mitigate the impact of housing insecurity.
  • Addressing housing insecurity requires multi-level investment in practice, systems, and policy.

Conclusions:

  • Systematic identification and management of housing insecurity are crucial for equitable cancer care.
  • Addressing housing insecurity can reduce health disparities in cancer.
  • Ongoing investment is necessary to improve health equity for patients facing housing insecurity.