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INTRODUCTION: Latina breast cancer survivors in the United States face disproportionate risk for poorer quality of life and physical health, as well as greater emotional distress. METHOD: A cross-sectional survey was conducted to describe the physical, emotional, and general health status of 135 Latina breast cancer survivors served by a community-based program. RESULTS: Of the 135 surveys sent, 48 survivors responded. Of those who responded, time since diagnosis ranged from 0 to 24 years ( M = 4.37; SD = 5.54); and 45.9% of the women rated physical health as poor or fair. Fatigue prevalence was high, with 60.5% reporting fatigue as moderate or severe. Nearly 80% reported having pain (score >0); 38.3% reported pain was moderate or severe. The women reported mild levels of anxiety and depression but high levels of stress ( M = 4.14; SD = 3.02). CONCLUSIONS: Latina breast cancer survivors could benefit from interventions focused on commonly shared problems while tailoring specific interventions for subsets with more severe symptoms.
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Neoplasias da Mama/complicações , Sobreviventes de Câncer , Fadiga/etiologia , Nível de Saúde , Hispânico ou Latino , Dor/etiologia , Estresse Psicológico/etiologia , Adulto , Idoso , Ansiedade/etiologia , Neoplasias da Mama/psicologia , Sobreviventes de Câncer/psicologia , Estudos Transversais , Depressão/etiologia , Emoções , Fadiga/epidemiologia , Feminino , Hispânico ou Latino/psicologia , Humanos , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Dor/epidemiologia , Qualidade de Vida , Características de Residência , Inquéritos e Questionários , Estados Unidos/epidemiologiaRESUMO
BACKGROUND: The Alliance Breast Cancer (ABC) program is a community-based initiative developed and implemented to address the needs of Hispanic women faced with a cancer diagnosis or cancer survivorship issues. OBJECTIVES: This article evaluates the effectiveness of a community effort to address breast cancer-related disparities among Hispanic women. METHODS: Nurse scientists collaborated with program staff to conduct a systematic five-year program evaluation. Data sources included monthly and annual reports, participant tracking databases, and an annual satisfaction survey. FINDINGS: Hispanic breast cancer survivors who participated in the program expressed feeling very satisfied with the services and believe that it addresses the specific barriers faced by this population. The ABC program serves as a best practice example to other communities forging partnerships to address health disparities and community needs in a culturally tailored manner.