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Educating individuals about lung cancer screening increases willingness to participate. Black Americans showed higher perceived control, and women reported greater intentions, suggesting targeted outreach is needed for lung cancer screening uptake.

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Health Disparities
Cancer Prevention

Background:

Lung cancer remains a leading cause of cancer mortality globally.
Despite proven mortality reduction, lung cancer screening uptake remains low among eligible populations.
Racial and gender disparities exist in lung cancer screening rates.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the impact of education on lung cancer screening willingness.
To evaluate race and gender as predictors of screening willingness post-education.

Main Methods:

An online learning module on lung cancer risk, prevention, and screening was developed.
Screening-eligible White and Black Americans participated in the educational module.
Willingness to screen was measured using Theory of Planned Behavior constructs.

Main Results:

Black Americans reported significantly higher perceived control over screening than White Americans.
No significant racial differences were found in attitudes, norms, or intentions to screen.
Women reported more positive attitudes and greater intentions to be screened compared to men.

Conclusions:

Education may equalize willingness to screen across racial groups, suggesting other factors drive disparities.
Gender differences in willingness indicate a need for tailored outreach strategies.
Addressing barriers beyond willingness is crucial for improving lung cancer screening equity.