Improving cancer outcomes among culturally and linguistically diverse communities: a rapid review of the literature

Authors

Lyn Phillipson, University of WollongongFollow
Karen Larsen-Truong, University of WollongongFollow
Sandra Jones, University of WollongongFollow
Leissa Pitts, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

87352

Publication Details

Phillipson, L., Larsen-Truong, K., Jones, S. & Pitts, L. (2012). Improving cancer outcomes among culturally and linguistically diverse communities: a rapid review of the literature. Australia: The Sax Institute.

Abstract

This Evidence Check review examined the knowledge, attitudes and beliefs of Chinese, Vietnamese and Arabic speaking communities in Australia in relation to cancer, its causes, screening, treatments, perceptions of susceptibility, and perceived outcomes. The review explores fear, stigma, taboos, and the role of family, as well as the evidence of effectiveness of cancer prevention, detection and treatment interventions. There are significant gaps in the evidence base.