Attitudes Toward Genomic Testing and Prostate Cancer Research Among Black Men

ConclusionsDisparities for black men can both motivate and disincentivize participation depending upon a positive or negative view of research. Confusion over prostate cancer clinical care has fueled some mistrust among black men affecting both clinical care and research participation. With increased education, health literacy, and assurances of research integrity and transparency, black men may be more willing to participate in prostate cancer testing and research.Supplement informationThis article is part of a supplement entitled African American Men's Health: Research, Practice, and Policy Implications, which is sponsored by the National Institutes of Health.
Source: American Journal of Preventive Medicine - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research