Breast cancer survivorship: Expressed needs of black women

Studies have reported that race/ethnicity, socioeconomic Status, access to care, early diagnosis, quality of care, and spirituality are important prognostic factors for a breast cancer diagnosis. This exploratory study seeks to identify the perceived needs of Black middle-income breast cancer survivors. The Delphi Technique, a qualitative research approach (for deriving cultural consensus), was used to assess needs of 62 Black middle-income socioeconomic position Survivors. Survivors' expressed needs were to have (1) affordable, accessible, acceptable, and appropriate medical and Support services; (2) a caring and loving family; (3) contacts for information regarding breast cancer symptoms or related health problems; (4) an intimate relationship with God; and (5) adequate resources for self and fainily care. This pilot study Suggests Black breast cancer Survivors, regardless of a middle-income socioeconomic position (SEP), experience similar socioecological stressors as low-income SEP Survivors.