Main description:

Passion and compassion for low income women of color is not an issue of lacking empathy, scientific or medical care. It is a social issue. Health care providers do their best to support, encourage, treat, and motivate those living with cancer; but many do not have the resources, training, or preparation to work as effectively as possible with patients from marginalized groups in a relatable and non-judgmental way. Cancer Navigation: Charting the Path Forward for
Low Income Women of Color is a practical quick-reference resource for U.S. health care providers working with marginalized women throughout the cancer continuum. From community preventative outreach to survivorship, this accessible guidebook is a vital resource for physicians, social workers, case
managers, and other cancer care providers who seek to provide more equitable care for low income women of color.

Contents:

Table of Contents
Dedication
Acknowledgements

INTRODUCTION

Purpose
Module 1: Cancer 101
Module 2: Chronic Care Conceptual Model

CHAPTER 1: Interpersonal, Community, and Population Communication and Engagement
Module 1: Cancer Communication
Module 2: Recognizing and Assessing Adherence Barriers and Stressors
Module 3: Culturally Competent Communication, Assessment and Engagement

CHAPTER 2: Intervention and Strategies across the Cancer Continuum
Module 1: Patient Navigation
Module 2: Survivorship Care Plans
Module 3: Clinical Trial Uptake: Additional Options for Treatment

CHAPTER 3: Evaluation of Cancer Interventions and Programs
Module 1: Outcomes and Assessing Intervention Efforts
Module 2: Community Based Participatory Research

CONCLUSION to the volume
References
Index