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  • Acculturation, Socio-Economic Status, And Rural Residence As Factors In Breast Cancer Screening Among Asian Americans In Olmsted County And Surrounding Counties Rochester, MN

    The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of acculturation, socio-economic status (SES) and place of residence (urban vs. rural) on the level of participation in breast cancer screening programs and on the breast cancer knowledge and beliefs among Asian American women in Olmsted and surrounding counties.
  • Assessing The Usability And Workflow Impact Of A Mobile-based Breast Cancer Survivorship Care Plan In The Oncology Practice Rochester, MN The population of breast cancer (BC) survivors has reached 3.6 million and continues to grow, concomitant with a projected shortage of oncology providers. BC survivors often feel lost in the year following definitive treatment, and they are not only at risk for recurrence but also risk for persistent treatment-related symptoms. Novel ways to care for a booming population of survivors are needed. This study explores the usability of an interactive care plan (ICP), a digital tool to actively engage and guide breast cancer survivors in their post-treatment, longitudinal care. The ICP provides digital support to assesses common side effects of therapy, as well as signs and symptoms associated with recurrence. It furthermore provides individualized, ‘just in time’ education materials to promote self-management for those reporting difficult to control symptoms, as well as escalations to contact their care team for signs or symptoms concerning for recurrence. The ICP also includes regular reminders to be physically active given its association with improved clinical outcomes, as well as an annual reminder to obtain breast imaging surveillance (when appropriate).
  • Mindfulness-Based Intervention in Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy Rochester, MN

    There is evidence that mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) such as meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and yoga might improve Quality of Life (QOL) and reduce stress in breast cancer survivors. These interventions are becoming increasingly popular in cancer survivors. However, little is known about the feasibility and effect of MBIs administered during the interval of time of chemotherapy, on QOL and stress. The investigators are planning a MBI intervention study developed specifically for breast cancer survivors receiving chemotherapy (usually 4-5 months) at the investigators institution, for at least 8 sessions combined with at least 8 weeks of home-practice, in 25 women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer.
  • The Wellness Coaching Intervention: The Road to Wellness after Breast Cancer Rochester, MN

    The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and the effect of a wellness coaching intervention (WCI) on quality of life, weight, and healthy lifestyle in overweight breast cancer survivors.
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