Improving access to cancer genetic services: perspectives of high-risk clients in a community-based setting

Ilana Miller; Samantha Greenberg; Beverly M. Yashar; Monica L. Marvin

doi:10.1007/s12687-019-00420-z

Improving access to cancer genetic services: perspectives of high-risk clients in a community-based setting

Ilana Miller, Samantha Greenberg, Beverly M. Yashar, Monica L. Marvin

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Abstract

Cancer genetic services are underutilized by high-risk clients in community-based health settings. To understand this disparity, 108 Planned Parenthood high-risk clients completed a utilization-focused survey. Clients expressed interest (78.8%) and intention (75.0%) in seeking genetic services. Personal/familial implications for cancer risk were the strongest motivators for seeking services (63.0–79.6%). Finances (39.6%) and worry (37.0%) were the biggest barriers. To reduce disparities in access to cancer genetics services, clinicians must understand clients’ concerns and tailor their recommendations.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	119-123
Number of pages	5
Journal	Journal of Community Genetics
Volume	11
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s12687-019-00420-z
State	Published - Jan 1 2020
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Cancer genetic services
Screening tool
Underserved population

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Epidemiology
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Genetics(clinical)

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