Patient Video - How was your lung cancer diagnosed and how did you find out about your clinical trial?
Mr. Satterfield describes his early lung cancer symptoms which were excessive coughing and inability to sleep. He went to see the doctor and underwent a chest x-ray. On receiving an x-ray, which revealed a spot on his right lung, his doctor told him he had lung cancer. Mr. Satterfield felt that his faith in God helped him deal with this news. He started chemotherapy in December 2013, but unfortunately experienced side effects of dehydration and was unable to keep food and fluids down for about 2 weeks. He was admitted to hospital until he was able to keep food and fluids down. On returning home he continued to receive radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Mr. Satterfield was later referred to the University of Minnesota to oncologist Dr. Manish Patel, who informed him about participating in a clinical trial.
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Animation - Lung Cancer Clinical Trials and the US Black Community
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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?
