Expert Video - Why is lung cancer diagnosed at a later stage among Black Americans compared to other Americans?
Dr. Janine Harewood, a medical oncologist based in Fort Myers, Florida, discusses how lung cancer can be a "silent disease" in Black Americans and why Black people are often diagnosed later with lung cancer. She discusses Black-White disparities in lung cancer screening, health insurance and Black Americans, and other social and economic factors in lung cancer among Black people.
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How prevalent is lung cancer among Black Americans? Why is it so prevalent?
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Why is lung cancer diagnosed at a later stage among Black Americans compared to other Americans?
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What are the potential benefits of clinical trials for Black American lung cancer patients? What about risks?
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Why are Black American lung cancer patients less likely to participate in clinical trials?
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What is health equity and why is it important in lung cancer care?
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What historical events have impacted Black Americans' involvement in clinical trials?
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Why is it important from a scientific perspective to have more Black Americans in clinical trials?
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Why do current screening guidelines miss a significant portion of Black Americans at risk of lung cancer?
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How was your lung cancer diagnosed and how did you find out about your clinical trial?
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What was the clinical trial enrollment process like for you?
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What was your overall experience in the lung cancer clinical trial?
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What advice do you have for other people about participating in clinical trials?
