Programs Begin for American Indian Women (breast cancer)

[Thunderwolf, MSN, RN]

A good article on becoming culturally sensitive when assessing for breast cancer of NAI women.

Portion of article:

Use of lay health advisors, individuals recognized as natural helpers in their communities, is another reason Christopher and Larkey believe their program will work.

This was echoed at a focus group where one of the American Indian women attending said, "There are many Indian women who are unaware and afraid to speak up or ask questions. I feel they would be more comfortable talking with another Indian woman."

The entire article is found here:

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/NWS/content/update/NWS_5_1xU_Programs_Begin_for_American_Indian_Women.asp