Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44707
Amelie G. Ramirez, Edward J. Trapido, editors.
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SpringerOpen
, c2020.
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This open access book gives an overview of the sessions, panel discussions, and outcomes of the Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos conference, held in February 2018 in San Antonio, Texas, USA, and hosted by the Mays Cancer Center and the Institute for Health Promotion Research at UT Health San Antonio. Latinos – the largest, youngest, and fastest-growing minority group in the United States – are expected to face a 142% rise in cancer cases in coming years. Although there has been substa…
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- Ramirez, Amelie G.
- Trapido, Edward J.
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- Amelie G. Ramirez, Edward J. Trapido, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- SpringerOpen
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 329 p.) : 18 illus., 13 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030292867
- 9783030292850 (Print ed.)
- 9783030292874 (Print ed.)
- 9783030292881 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Health Policy
- Health Promotion
- Health Status Disparities
- Hispanic Americans
- Minority Health
- Neoplasms - ethnology
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Health promotion
- Oncology
- Social structure
- Social inequality
- Cancer research
- Other Subjects
- United States
- Specialty
- Population Health
- Abstract
- This open access book gives an overview of the sessions, panel discussions, and outcomes of the Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos conference, held in February 2018 in San Antonio, Texas, USA, and hosted by the Mays Cancer Center and the Institute for Health Promotion Research at UT Health San Antonio. Latinos – the largest, youngest, and fastest-growing minority group in the United States – are expected to face a 142% rise in cancer cases in coming years. Although there has been substantial advancement in cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment over the past few decades, addressing Latino cancer health disparities has not nearly kept pace with progress. The diverse and dynamic group of speakers and panelists brought together at the Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos conference provided in-depth insights as well as progress and actionable goals for Latino-focused basic science research, clinical best practices, community interventions, and what can be done by way of prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer in Latinos. These insights have been translated into the chapters included in this compendium. The chapters summarize the presentations and include current knowledge in the specific topic areas, identified gaps, and top priority areas for future cancer research in Latinos. Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos proves to be an indispensable resource offering key insights into actionable targets for basic science research, suggestions for clinical best practices and community interventions, and novel strategies and advocacy opportunities to reduce health disparities in Latino communities. It will find an engaged audience among researchers, academics, physicians and other healthcare professionals, patient advocates, students, and others with an interest in the broad field of Latino cancer.
- Contents
- Part I. Introduction -- 1. Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos -- Part II. Genetics, Environment, Lifestyle, and Cancer -- 2. Disaggregated Hispanic Groups and Cancer: Importance, Methodology and Current Knowledge -- 3. Colorectal Cancer Disparities in Latinos: Genes vs. Environment -- Part III. Cancer Risk, Prevention, and Screening -- 4. Breast Cancer Risk and Mortality in Women of Latin American Origin -- 5. Prostate Cancer in U.S. Latinos: What Have We Learned and Where Should We Focus Our Attention -- 6. Differential Cancer Risk in Latinos: The Role of Diet -- Part IV. The Biology of Cancer Health Disparities -- 7. Biomarkers of Gastric Pre-Malignant Lesions -- 8. Molecular Subtypes and Driver Mutations in Latinos with Gastric Cancer: Implications for Etiological and Translational Research -- 9. The Biology of Breast Cancer Disparities in Hispanics: Current Knowledge, Gaps and Research Opportunities -- 10. Molecular Profiles of Breast Cancer in Hispanic/Latina -- Part V. Advances in Cancer Therapy and Clinical Trials -- 11. Biomarkers and Precision Medicine in Oncology Practice and Clinical Trials -- 12. Overcoming Barriers for Latinos on Cancer Clinical Trials -- Part VI. Cancer in the Era of Precision Medicine -- 13. Breast Cancer Precision Medicine in Hispanics/Latinas: Focus on Luminal B Tumors -- 14. Is Precision Medicine Widening Cancer Care Disparities in Latino Populations? The Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Experience -- Part VII. Cancer Outcomes and Survivorship in Latinos -- 15. A Vision for Improving Quality of Life Among Spanish-Speaking Latina Breast Cancer Survivors -- 16. Research Democracy in a Randomized Controlled Trial: Engaging Multiple Stakeholders in Patient-Centered Outcomes Research -- Part VIII. Engaging Latinos in Cancer Research -- 17. Es Tiempo: Engaging Latinas in Cervical Cancer Research -- 18. Reaching Latinos Through Social Media and SMS for Smoking Cessation -- 19. The Need for a Holistic Approach to Prevent Reproductive Cancers among US Latinas: The Potential Impact of Normalizing Sexuality and Improving Communication -- 20. Critical Steps for Engaging Hispanics in Cancer Research: Building Capacity to Enhance Participation in Biospecimen Donation with Hispanic Communities -- Part IX Charting the Future of Cancer Health Disparities Research in Latinos -- 21. Emerging Policies in US Health Care -- 22. A Way Forward: The Future of Cancer Health Disparities Research in Latinos.
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- Open access
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- e-Book
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Clinical Cases in Skin of Color : Medical, Oncological and Hair Disorders, and Cosmetic Dermatology
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat39926
Porcia B. Love, Roopal V. Kundu, editors.
(1st ed.)
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Springer
, c2016.
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This book identifies the most common presentations and essential features of top dermatological conditions in patients with skin of color. It presents practical information in a case-based organization to assist dermatologists in clinical decision making, and discusses important cultural beliefs that must be considered in order to provide optimal care to patients with skin of color. There is an increasing demand for dermatologic treatments in patients with skin of color, as well as an accompany…
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- Love, Porcia B
- Kundu, Roopal V
- Responsibility
- Porcia B. Love, Roopal V. Kundu, editors
- Edition
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2016
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (ix, 184 p. : 38 illus.)
- Series Title
- Clinical cases in dermatology
- ISBN
- 9783319236155
- 9783319236148 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cosmetic Techniques
- Ethnic Groups
- Hair Diseases - ethnology
- Skin Diseases - ethnology
- Skin Neoplasms - ethnology
- Abstract
- This book identifies the most common presentations and essential features of top dermatological conditions in patients with skin of color. It presents practical information in a case-based organization to assist dermatologists in clinical decision making, and discusses important cultural beliefs that must be considered in order to provide optimal care to patients with skin of color. There is an increasing demand for dermatologic treatments in patients with skin of color, as well as an accompanying need for education and training in this quickly expanding market. Skin of color is a key topic within dermatology as specific conditions can be harder to diagnose effectively in darker skin, and patients' treatment can be compromised by this. Clinical Cases in Skin of Color: Medical, Oncological and Hair Disorders, and CosmeticáDermatology is a concise resource with practical guidance for board certified dermatologists and dermatologists in training.
- Contents
- Discoid lupus erythematosus -- Sarcoidosis -- Traction alopecia -- Androgenetic alopecia -- Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia -- Keloids -- Basal cell carcinoma -- Squamous cell carcinoma -- Melanoma -- Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma -- Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans -- Dermatosis papulosa nigra -- Chemical peels -- Laser hair removal -- Dermal fillers.
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- e-Book
- Publication Type
- Case Reports
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- Online
Impact of energy balance on cancer disparities
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat33884
Deborah J. Bowen, Gerald V. Denis, Nathan A. Berger, editors.
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Springer
, c2014.
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This volume reviews disparities in cancer genetics, etiology, treatment and survivorship that are associated with differences in energy balance and how those differences and disparities may be affected by geography, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, biology, behavior and others. State-of-the-art strategies are outlined to alter these problems at the individual, community and policy levels. The book provides a comprehensive assessment of the multiple contributions of disparities in energy balance…
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- Bowner, Deborah J.
- Denis, Gerald V.
- Berger, Nathan A.
- Responsibility
- Deborah J. Bowen, Gerald V. Denis, Nathan A. Berger, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham, Switzerland
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2014
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 308 pages)
- Series Vol.
- v. 9
- Series Title
- Energy balance and cancer
- ISBN
- 9783319061030 (electronic bk.)
- 9783319061023
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Energy metabolism - physiology
- Health Status Disparities
- Neoplasms - ethnology
- Neoplasms - metabolism
- Obesity - complications
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer - Research
- Abstract
- This volume reviews disparities in cancer genetics, etiology, treatment and survivorship that are associated with differences in energy balance and how those differences and disparities may be affected by geography, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, biology, behavior and others. State-of-the-art strategies are outlined to alter these problems at the individual, community and policy levels. The book provides a comprehensive assessment of the multiple contributions of disparities in energy balance and how they affect cancer. this volume should constitute a valuable resource to disparity focused investigators at all levels and serve s an important guide to professionals that deal with these issues, especially those who determine and implement policy.
- Contents
- Obesity and Cancer in Appalachia -- Disparities in Cancer Outcomes: A UK Perspective -- Behavioral Differences Leading to Disparities in Energy Balance and Cancer -- Impact of Obesity, Race, and Ethnicity on Cancer Survivorship -- The Biology of Aging: Role in Cancer, Metabolic Dysfunction, and Health Disparities -- Energy Balance and Multiple Myeloma in African Americans -- Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in Obesity and Inflammatory Genes in African Americans with Colorectal Cancer -- Ethnic Differences in Insulin Resistance as a mediator of Cancer Disparities -- Role of Ethnic Differences in Mediators of Energy Balance -- Community-Based Strategies to Alter Energy Balance in Underserved Breast Cancer Survivors -- The Role of Policy in Reducing Inflammation -- Cancer Prevention through Policy Interventions that Alter Childhood Disparities in Energy.
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- e-Book
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- Online
