Exploration of Stress and Inflammatory Biomarkers Among Non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic Cancer Survivors.
Oncol Nurs Forum
; 51(4): 321-331, 2024 Jun 14.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES:
To evaluate associations among social determinants of health (SDOH), stress, interleukin-6 (IL-6), and quality of life among non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic cancer survivors. SAMPLE &SETTING:
Individuals who had completed cancer treatment and did not identify as White (N = 46) were recruited through community partnerships in western Massachusetts and a state cancer registry. METHODS & VARIABLES This descriptive cross-sectional study used questionnaires and morning salivary samples to collect data between June 2022 and September 2023.RESULTS:
Most participants were breast cancer survivors, were female, identified as African American or Black, and reported moderate levels of stress and low physical activity. Cortisol levels were higher among African American or Black participants, those with lower body mass index, and those with less consumption of fruit and vegetables. Higher symptom experience was associated with higher IL-6 levels. No associations were identified between IL-6 and cortisol or perceived stress and cortisol levels. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING Incorporating SDOH in self-reported outcomes, including health behaviors and associated biologic indicators, can facilitate early identification and interventions to improve symptom experience and health outcomes of cancer survivors.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Estresse Psicológico
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Negro ou Afro-Americano
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Biomarcadores
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Hispânico ou Latino
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Sobreviventes de Câncer
Limite:
Adult
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Aged
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Aged80
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Oncol Nurs Forum
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article