CARE: Cancer Risk Perception and Women of Color

CARE: Cancer Risk Perception and Women of Color

This study examines patient understanding of current and lifetime risk for breast cancer in women of color from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

I. Examine the association between BC risk factors and BC risk perceptions among younger Black and Hispanic women and explore differences in associations by race and ethnicity (Black Hispanic, Black, Hispanic).

II. Explore how younger Black and Hispanic women conceptualize and formulate their risk for BC and to explore the relationship between risk perceptions and risk-reduction strategies.

OUTLINE: This is an observational study.

Patients complete a survey and may participate in an interview on study.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Self-identify as female
• Between the ages of 18 and 50
• No medical history of breast cancer

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unable to understand or comprehend English or Spanish