Examining health disparities in colon and lung cancer among diverse populations
A SYSTEMS THEORY APPROACH TO THE STUDY OF COLON AND LUNG CANCER HEALTH DISPARITIES USING NOVEL DATA LINKAGES
This study is looking at how colon and lung cancer affects African American and rural communities, especially those under 65, to understand why some people have a harder time surviving and getting treated, and it hopes to find better ways to help everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10981500 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health disparities in colon and lung cancer, particularly focusing on African American and rural populations. By linking data from cancer registries, health claims, and mental health treatment sources, the study aims to create a diverse cohort of cancer patients under 65 years of age. The goal is to analyze the effects of novel targeted therapies, co-morbidities, and various contributing factors on cancer survival outcomes. This comprehensive approach seeks to identify and address the disparities in treatment and survival rates experienced by these populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include African American and rural cancer patients under the age of 65.
Not a fit: Patients outside of the African American and rural demographics, or those over 65 years of age, may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer treatment strategies and outcomes for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities through similar data linkage approaches, indicating potential for impactful findings in this study.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- University of South Carolina at Columbia — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adams, Swann Arp — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Adams, Swann Arp
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.