Dataset Information

Mammography Adherence in African-American Women: Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality among women in the developed world. Mammography screening is especially important for African-Americans because they experience a greater mortality (OR = 1.38) than Caucasians despite having a lower incidence of breast cancer.

Purpose

The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of two interventions with usual care on mammography adherence among African-American women.

Methods

A subsample of African-American women (n = 244) aged 41-65 years who had not had a mammogram in the last 15 months and no history of breast cancer was randomly assigned to receive (1) mailed interactive DVD, (2) computer-tailored telephone counseling, or (3) usual care.