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Oct 22, 2012

Cancer Disparities Between D.C. Blacks and Whites Greater Than Those Nationwide

Across the United States in 2009, overall cancer incidence was 4 percent higher among blacks than among whites. The disparity was more striking in Washington, D.C., where the overall cancer incidence among black residents was 54 percent higher than the incidence among white residents.
Research

Sep 6, 2012

Monitoring Cancer Outcomes Across the Continuum: Data Synthesis and Analysis for the District of Columbia

This report synthesizes and analyzes available data regarding cancer-related outcomes among District of Columbia residents, highlighting key findings and data gaps across the continuum of cancer prevention, treatment, and outcomes.
Research

Sep 1, 2011

Are United States and Canadian Cancer Screening Rates Consistent with Guideline Information Regarding the Age of Screening Initiation?

US and Canadian differences in cancer screening due to each country's guidelines can potentially explain cross-country differences in breast cancer mortality and affect interpretation of international comparisons of cancer statistics.
Research

May 11, 2011

Resource-Constrained Spatial Hot Spot Identification

Describes a methodology for identifying areas where problem events are more pronounced and directing resources toward those areas.
Research

Jan 1, 2011

Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Uptake Among 9- to 17-Year-Old Girls: National Health Interview Survey, 2008

Less than one quarter of girls aged 9-17 years had initiated HPV vaccination by the end of 2008. Efforts to increase uptake should encourage providers to educate parents and promote access to reduced-cost vaccines.
Research

Jan 1, 2011

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of a Low-Fat Diet in the Prevention of Breast and Ovarian Cancer

A low fat diet may be a cost-effective strategy for preventing breast and ovarian cancers.
Research

Jan 1, 2008

Cultural Values and Secondary Prevention of Breast Cancer in African American Women

This study adds to the evidence that cultural constructs are associated with secondary prevention of breast cancer.
Research

Jun 1, 2007

Socioeconomic and Racial/Ethnic Differences in the Discussion of Cancer Screening: "Between-" versus "Within-" Physician Differences

The authors use data from the baseline patient and physician surveys of two community trials from the CMC research series.
Press

Jan 24, 2006

RAND Study Finds No Link Between Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Lower Incidence of Cancer

Consuming food or dietary supplements such as fish oil that contain omega-3 fatty acids provides no protection against developing cancer.
Research

Jan 1, 2006

Antioxidants Vitamin C and Vitamin E for the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer

To evaluate the evidence of the supplements vitamin C and vitamin E for treatment and prevention of cancer.
Research

Jan 1, 2006

Lowering Homocysteine with Folic Acid and B Vitamins Did Not Prevent Vascular Events in Vascular Disease

Cause-specific mortality rates among men with prostate cancer that suggest early diagnosis and treatment for localized tumors may improve survival.
Research

Jan 1, 2006

Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Cancer Risk: A Systematic Review

Omega-3 fatty acids are purported to reduce the risk of cancer. Studies have reported mixed results.

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Cancer Disparities Between D.C. Blacks and Whites Greater Than Those Nationwide

Monitoring Cancer Outcomes Across the Continuum: Data Synthesis and Analysis for the District of Columbia

Are United States and Canadian Cancer Screening Rates Consistent with Guideline Information Regarding the Age of Screening Initiation?

Resource-Constrained Spatial Hot Spot Identification

Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Uptake Among 9- to 17-Year-Old Girls: National Health Interview Survey, 2008

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of a Low-Fat Diet in the Prevention of Breast and Ovarian Cancer

Cultural Values and Secondary Prevention of Breast Cancer in African American Women

Socioeconomic and Racial/Ethnic Differences in the Discussion of Cancer Screening: "Between-" versus "Within-" Physician Differences

RAND Study Finds No Link Between Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Lower Incidence of Cancer

Antioxidants Vitamin C and Vitamin E for the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer

Lowering Homocysteine with Folic Acid and B Vitamins Did Not Prevent Vascular Events in Vascular Disease

Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Cancer Risk: A Systematic Review

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Cancer Disparities Between D.C. Blacks and Whites Greater Than Those Nationwide

Monitoring Cancer Outcomes Across the Continuum: Data Synthesis and Analysis for the District of Columbia

Are United States and Canadian Cancer Screening Rates Consistent with Guideline Information Regarding the Age of Screening Initiation?

Resource-Constrained Spatial Hot Spot Identification

Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Uptake Among 9- to 17-Year-Old Girls: National Health Interview Survey, 2008

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of a Low-Fat Diet in the Prevention of Breast and Ovarian Cancer

Cultural Values and Secondary Prevention of Breast Cancer in African American Women

Socioeconomic and Racial/Ethnic Differences in the Discussion of Cancer Screening: "Between-" versus "Within-" Physician Differences

RAND Study Finds No Link Between Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Lower Incidence of Cancer

Antioxidants Vitamin C and Vitamin E for the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer

Lowering Homocysteine with Folic Acid and B Vitamins Did Not Prevent Vascular Events in Vascular Disease

Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Cancer Risk: A Systematic Review

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