Access To Cancer Education And Screening: A Long And Difficult Journey For Chinese Immigrants In New York City

Kwong, Kam-Man Kenny; Kwong, Kam-Man Kenny

ISBN 10: 3639076109 / ISBN 13: 9783639076103

Published by Vdm Verlag Dr. Müller, 2009

196 pages. 8.66x5.91x0.45 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __3639076109

Synopsis:

For many Chinese immigrants in the United States, access to cancer education and screening is a long and difficult journey. This book contains powerful and vivid narratives and stories of 39 Chinese men and women who were open in sharing their perspectives, experiences, as well as pain and frustrations in accessing health care. Findings revealed that the concept of ¿prevention¿ in the Chinese culture was based on holistic views of health and yin-yang balance principles. These beliefs governed the health behaviors, lifestyle, and daily diet of Chinese immigrants. Many misunderstood what actually caused cancer. Ignorance and confusion on risk factors and causes of cancer resulted in them not engaging in appropriate cancer screening activities. Access barriers to health care such as red tape and bureaucracy, lack of availability in doctor¿s schedule, and provider insensitivity to their concerns were typical stumbling blocks they came across. This book should be especially helpful to health care professionals who may design and implement culturally relevant cancer education and screening programs for minority and immigrant populations.

About the Author: Kenny Kwong, Ph.D., MSW, is Assistant Professor at Hunter College School of Social Work, the City University of New York. He has worked as a social work practitioner, researcher, and teacher. Since 1995, he has conducted numerous presentations in local and national conferences on the topics of immigrant health and mental health.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Access To Cancer Education And Screening: A ...
Publisher: Vdm Verlag Dr. Müller
Publication Date: 2009
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New