Investigating how where you live affects prostate cancer outcomes for black men
Examining the Relationship between Residential History at Midlife and Prostate Cancer Outcomes
This study is looking at how where you live during your middle years can affect prostate cancer outcomes, especially for black men, by exploring how things like neighborhood poverty and changes in the community impact cancer treatment and survival.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11036306 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of residential history during midlife on prostate cancer outcomes, particularly focusing on black men who experience significant disparities in mortality rates. By linking cancer registry data with hospital billing records and historical address data, the study aims to uncover how neighborhood factors such as poverty, redlining, and gentrification influence cancer progression and survival. The research will analyze data from approximately 20,000 patients in Southeastern Pennsylvania to identify critical relationships between living environments and cancer care outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are black men diagnosed with prostate cancer who have lived in Southeastern Pennsylvania during midlife.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of prostate cancer or who do not reside in the targeted geographic area may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions to reduce prostate cancer disparities among black men.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that neighborhood factors can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zeigler-Johnson, Charnita M. — Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Zeigler-Johnson, Charnita M.
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.