Breast Cancer Early Detection: An Academic-Community Partnership in the Philippines

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2019 Oct 1;23(5):547-551. doi: 10.1188/19.CJON.547-551.

Abstract

A high proportion of patients with breast cancer in the Philippines present at an advanced stage and have a rapid, unfavorable outcome. Providing breast cancer education and early detection to this population is important to help reduce this health disparity. This article describes the impact of a train-the-trainer program, with mission groups traveling to the Philippines to promote female residents' breast cancer awareness, knowledge, and intent for future screening.

Keywords: Philippines; breast neoplasms; early detection; health resources; organizations.

MeSH terms

  • Academic Medical Centers / organization & administration*
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Awareness
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Community-Institutional Relations*
  • Early Detection of Cancer*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mammography
  • Middle Aged
  • Philippines
  • Physical Examination
  • Young Adult