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NACP: Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention
Francine C Gachupin1, Jani C Ingram1, Kelly A Laurila1
1Department of Family & Community Medicine, University of Arizona, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Northern Arizona University, Department of Anthropology, Northern Arizona University University of Arizona Cancer Center, Department of Health Sciences, Northern Arizona University Department of Pathology, University of Arizona.
Cancer Health Disparities
|October 28, 2022
Summary
Cancer mortality reduction is slower for Native Americans compared to non-Hispanic Whites. The Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention (NACP) addresses these cancer disparities through research and education.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Disparities Research
- Cancer Prevention
Background:
- Cancer mortality rates have decreased over two decades.
- Non-Hispanic Whites experienced greater reductions in cancer mortality than Native Americans.
- Significant cancer health disparities persist for Native American populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address and reduce cancer health disparities affecting Native Americans.
- To establish and support the Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention (NACP).
- To foster culturally-sensitive and community-relevant cancer research.
Main Methods:
- Collaborative partnerships between academic institutions, tribal communities, and the National Cancer Institute.
- Implementation of outreach, research, and cancer education initiatives.
- Capacity building for community-driven cancer research.
Main Results:
- Identified disparities in cancer mortality trends between Native Americans and non-Hispanic Whites.
- Established a multi-partner initiative (NACP) focused on Native American cancer prevention.
- Initiated culturally-sensitive outreach, research, and education programs.
Conclusions:
- Addressing cancer health equity requires targeted interventions for Native American communities.
- Community-academic partnerships are crucial for effective cancer prevention and research.
- Empowering sovereign Native American communities is key to achieving cancer health equity.
Keywords:
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