Understanding the social and environmental factors affecting Black breast cancer survivors
Social and Environmental Determinants of Breast Cancer Survivorship: The Black Breast Cancer Survivors Intervention
This study is looking at the specific challenges that Black women face after surviving breast cancer, like the impact of certain hair products and their social needs, and it aims to create helpful community programs to improve their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Chapman University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Orange, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10864052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the unique challenges faced by Black breast cancer survivors, particularly regarding social and environmental factors that impact their quality of life. It aims to develop and implement community-based interventions that address these challenges, including the effects of harmful chemicals in hair products and the psychosocial needs specific to this population. By engaging with the community, the research seeks to create tailored support systems that improve health behaviors and overall well-being for Black women who have survived breast cancer.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black women who have survived breast cancer and are seeking support for their unique survivorship challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or who have not been diagnosed with breast cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of life for Black breast cancer survivors by providing targeted interventions that address their specific needs.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into health disparities among cancer survivors, this specific focus on Black breast cancer survivors and their unique needs is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Orange, United States
- Chapman University — Orange, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Teteh-Brooks, Dede K — Chapman University
- Study coordinator: Teteh-Brooks, Dede K
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.