@article{442bfed2a5d543bdb9e77f83bf54f959,
title = "Reducing disparities in breast cancer survival: A Columbia University and Avon Breast Cancer Research and Care Network Symposium",
abstract = "On November 8th, 2001, faculty from Universities, government and non-profit community organizations met to determine how, separately and together, they could address disparities in survival of women with breast cancer in the diverse patient populations served by their institutions. Studies and initiatives directed at increasing access had to date met modest success. The day was divided into three sections, defining the issues, model programs, government initiatives and finally potential collaborations. By publishing these proceedings, interested readers will be aware of the ongoing programs and studies and can contact the investigators for more information. The Avon Foundation funded this symposium to bring together interested investigators to share programmatic experiences, data and innovative approaches to the problem.",
keywords = "Breast cancer, Disparities, Minorities, Mortality, Survival, Underserved",
author = "Karen Antman and Abraido-Lanza, {Ana F.} and Diane Blum and Erica Brownfield and Barbara Cicatelli and Debor, {Mary Dale} and Karen Emmons and Marian Fitzgibbon and Gapstur, {Susan M.} and William Gradishar and Hiatt, {Robert A.} and Hubbell, {F. Allan} and Joe, {Andrew K.} and Klassen, {Ann C.} and Lee, {Nancy C.} and Linden, {Hannah M.} and Juliet McMullin and Mishra, {Shiraz I.} and Charlotte Neuhaus and Olopade, {Funmi I.} and Kathleen Walas",
note = "Funding Information: The AVONCares program was established in March 2000 with a $2 million grant from the Avon Products Foundation to Cancer Care, Inc., a 57-year-old non-profit organization, dedicated to providing free professional support services to people with cancer and their families. The AVONCares program builds on Cancer Care{\textquoteright}s history of offering financial assistance, and is directed and managed by the agency{\textquoteright}s professional social work staff. AVONCares pays for diagnostic tests, transportation, childcare, and escort services for women with breast, ovarian, and cervical cancers, or those requiring pre-diagnostic testing. Social workers assess the client{\textquoteright}s needs, and offer financial assistance of up to $1000 along with counseling, education, and help with practical problems.",
year = "2002",
month = oct,
doi = "10.1023/A:1019947110236",
language = "English (US)",
volume = "75",
pages = "269--280",
journal = "Breast Cancer Research and Treatment",
issn = "0167-6806",
publisher = "Springer New York",
number = "3",
}