IMPROVING COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING RATES IN PERRY COUNTY

Author

Vashisht MadabhushiFollow

Year of Publication

2020

College

Public Health

Date Available

5-7-2020

Degree Name

Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)

Committee Member

Dr. RIchard Crosby

Advisor

Dr. Marc Kiviniemi

Co-Director of Graduate Studies

Dr. Kathryn Cardarelli

Abstract

Appalachian Kentucky has one of the highest incidence and mortality rates from colorectal cancer (CRC) in the country. CRC is curable if identified early through screening. However, Perry County has suboptimal screening levels. A multimodal program of patient reminders and mailed screenings will be used to increase CRC screening rates in Perry County. The primary outcome will be evaluated using a T-test for this prospective cohort study. Short term outcomes include increased CRC screening rates in delinquent patients. Long term outcomes include increased CRC detection rates and decreased CRC mortality in Perry County.

Recommended Citation

Madabhushi, Vashisht, "IMPROVING COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING RATES IN PERRY COUNTY" (2020). Theses and Dissertations--Public Health (M.P.H. & Dr.P.H.). 281.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/cph_etds/281