Don't neglect cultural diversity in oncology care

The growing Hispanic population in the United States mandates the need for oncology providers to become more familiar with disease patterns and cultural belief systems that can impact cancer care. "Culturally competent care" should be the mandate of all providers. This comprises awareness...

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Published in:	Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Vol. 12; no. 5 Suppl; p. 836
Main Author:	Muñoz-Antonia, Teresita
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-05-2014
Subjects:	Cultural Diversity Culture Delivery of Health Care Ethnic Groups - genetics Genetic Markers Humans Medical Oncology
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Summary:	The growing Hispanic population in the United States mandates the need for oncology providers to become more familiar with disease patterns and cultural belief systems that can impact cancer care. "Culturally competent care" should be the mandate of all providers. This comprises awareness of cultural differences, communication in a manner that the patient understands, and respect.
ISSN:	1540-1413
DOI:	10.6004/jnccn.2014.0202