Disparities
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March 26: The Week in Cancer NewsUnderrepresentation of members of minority groups in public genomic databases could lead to misleading test results, and a study provides new insight into how melanoma metastasizes.
by Bradley Jones
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Forward Look
Making Cancer Clinical Trials More InclusiveDespite efforts by policymakers, a gender gap persists in clinical trial participation.
by Lindsey Konkel
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A Drive for DiversityAfrican Americans are underrepresented in the Be The Match bone marrow donor registry. Patient advocates are working to change that.
by Jon Kelvey
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Forward Look
Scanning DisparitiesWhether lung cancer patients receive PET scans depends on race, according to a study.
by Ashley P. Taylor
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Multiple Myeloma: Choosing Your PathNew therapies provide hope and options for people as they monitor and manage this incurable blood cancer.
by Tara Haelle
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Physicians Underestimate Severity of Radiation Side EffectsBreast cancer patients' symptoms after radiation therapy may go underrecognized, especially if these patients are Black or younger in age.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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Why Do African Americans Have Increased Breast Cancer Mortality?Socioeconomic factors and racism can lead to poorer health outcomes for Black Americans. Genetics may also be a factor behind increased mortality rates.
by Marci A. Landsmann
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From the Editor-in-Chief
Cancer in Minority PopulationsPaying attention to the social determinants of health will promote greater equity in cancer outcomes for all.
by William G. Nelson, MD, PhD
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Forward Look
Creating More Inclusive Clinical TrialsThe Clinical Treatment Act aims to include more Medicaid recipients.
by Jen Tota McGivney
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Forward Look
Cancer Screening for the LGBTQ CommunityFear of discrimination may lead to lower screening rates.
by Tara Santora
