Abstract C128: Cross-catchment area collaboration: design and interim recruitment outcomes of a multi-modal, multi-level patient navigation intervention for lung cancer screening in the Southeast US
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Key Points
A total of 151 out of 675 Black participants have been recruited for the intervention, demonstrating substantial initial engagement.
Most participants, about 84.7%, currently smoke, indicating a critical population focus for treatment and prevention efforts.
The intervention aims to enhance lung cancer screening access, addressing high mortality rates among Black residents in the Southeast US.
The study identifies a unique cohort that is younger and less educated than white counterparts, highlighting healthcare disparities.
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Implication
Multi-level patient navigation improves lung cancer screening rates among Black individuals, indicating a crucial need for equitable healthcare access.