Assessing essential needs expressed by breast and gynecological cancer patients with food insecurity Journal Article
| Authors: | Kumar, M.; Finik, J.; Gany, F. |
| Article Title: | Assessing essential needs expressed by breast and gynecological cancer patients with food insecurity |
| Abstract: | Food insecurity poses a challenge for cancer patients, who must maintain adequate nutrition during treatment. This study analyzed data from 295 low-income participants in the NCI-funded Food to Overcome Outcome Disparities trial to examine the overlap between degree of food security and other essential needs. Patients with very low food security reported greater financial toxicity from cancer care and lived in more disadvantaged areas than those with low food security. Financial, supportive service, and housing needs were highly expressed among participants, particularly those with very low food security. These results underscore the multiple social burdens facing food insecure cancer patients. |
| Keywords: | long-term; cancer; food insecurity; social determinants of health; essential needs |
| Journal Title: | Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition |
| ISSN: | 1932-0248 |
| Publisher: | Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Publication status: | Online ahead of print |
| Date Published: | 2025-01-01 |
| Online Publication Date: | 2025-01-01 |
| Language: | English |
| ACCESSION: | WOS:001557634100001 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/19320248.2025.2551881 |
| PROVIDER: | wos |
| Notes: | Article; Early Access -- Source: Wos |
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