Current Status and Future Direction to Address Disparities in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Prostate Cancer...

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Health Services Research
• Health Disparities

Background:

• Racial disparities in prostate cancer (PCa) care and outcomes are a long-standing issue.
• Recent efforts have focused on addressing cancer care inequities, leading to some improvements.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review and highlight known racial disparities in PCa patient care.
• To identify potential strategies for overcoming these disparities.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of studies on racial disparities in prostate cancer care.
• Analysis of care delivery trends and outcome data.

Main Results:

• While progress has been made in narrowing outcome gaps, significant disparities remain in PCa care.
• Specific areas for improvement and strategies to close the care gap have been identified.

Conclusions:

• Prostate cancer care disparities are well-documented but not insurmountable.
• Continued focus on identifying and implementing strategies is crucial to achieve equitable PCa care.