Preventive service utilization among low-income cancer survivors

ConclusionsCancer survivors were more likely to be up-to-date with preventive care than their matched counterparts. However, mental health and substance abuse screenings were low in both groups, despite reports of increased mental health conditions among cancer survivors.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsWith the growing number of cancer survivors in the USA, efforts are needed to ensure their access to and utilization of preventive services, especially related to behavioral and mental healthcare.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research