作者: Courtney Lynam Scherr , Linda Bomboka , Alison Nelson , Tuya Pal , Susan Thomas Vadaparampil
DOI: 10.1016/J.PEC.2016.10.026
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摘要: Objective Black women have a higher rate of BRCA1 and BRCA2 (BRCA) mutations, compared with other populations, that increases their risk for hereditary breast ovarian cancer (HBOC). However, Black are less likely to know about HBOC genetic testing. Based on request from community advisory panel survivors, leaders healthcare providers in the community, our team developed culturally targeted educational brochure promote awareness among women.