Examining Healthcare Disparities in Cancer Care

Examining Healthcare Disparities in Cancer Care is organized by Pharmacy Times Continuing Education (PTCE).,Release date: June 20, 2022,Expiration date: June 20, 2023,Description:,Numerous disparities exist in healthcare in the United States, including social factors, ethnicity, age, environmental exposure, and geography. These factors may impact access to healthcare, with the potential to affect patient outcomes. Specifically, inequities exist in cancer incidence, outcomes, and mortality in patients belonging to minority groups. An understanding of these disparities is essential for the entire healthcare team, including pharmacists. This activity will examine the potential clinical impact of biases seen in cancer care and will also bring awareness to barriers seen in practice. This program will showcase a panel discussion led by experts who will share solutions to the challenges seen in patient care.,Educational Objectives:,At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:,• Identify the types of healthcare disparities within cancer care.,• Examine perspectives of disparities in cancer care among healthcare providers,• Explore potential solutions to improve disparities in cancer care