Expert Video - How common is lung cancer in Native American communities?
Learn about lung cancer in Native American communities – a common cause of death from cancer – and the connection to commercial tobacco use (smoking) in Native communities. Lacey Running Hawk, MD, a family physician, discusses later lung cancer diagnosis, lung cancer screening for Native people, and barriers to lung cancer screening in Native communities.
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Animation - Lung Cancer Clinical Trials and Native Americans
Slide Show - Lung Cancer Clinical Trials and Native Americans
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How common is lung cancer in Native American communities?
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Why are Native Americans underrepresented in clinical trials?
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Which Native American traditions need to be considered when taking part in clinical trials?
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Can Native American patients enrolled in clinical trials continue to take treatments recommended by traditional healers?
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Why is it important for Native Americans to participate in greater numbers in lung cancer clinical trials?
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What has your experience been with lung cancer?
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What do people in your Native American community think about lung cancer clinical trials?
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As a Native American, would you consider taking part in a lung cancer clinical trial? What advice do you have for others?
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What are some of the barriers that limit clinical trial participation among Native Americans?
