Adaptation of the socioecological model to address disparities in engagement of Black men in prostate cancer genetic testing.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Black men consistently have higher rates of prostate cancer (PCA)- related mortality. Advances in PCA treatment, screening, and hereditary cancer assessment center around germline testing (GT). Of concern is the significant under-engagement of Black males in PCA GT, limiting the benefit of precision therapy and tailored cancer screening despite longstanding awareness of these disparities. To address these critical disparities, the Socioecological Model (SEM) was employed to develop comprehensive recommendations to overcome barriers and implement equitable strategies to engage Black males in PCA GT.

Methods

Clinical/research experts, national organization leaders, and community stakeholders spanning multiple regions in US and Africa participated in developing a fra

SUBMITTER: Leader AE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11409532 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature