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Evaluating the association between upstream perceived individual and neighborhood determinants of health and intensity of breast cancer screening

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  • Faith Morley

  • Anjile An

  • Vivian Bea

  • Rulla M Tamimi

  • Kevin H Kensler

  • October 22, 2025

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    Exposure to negative perceived individual and neighborhood health determinants significantly affects mammography screening rates.

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    Women with high stress and discrimination report lower rates of breast cancer screening compared to those with lower levels.

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    Perceived neighborhood physical disorder and social cohesion did not show a significant association with mammography screening rates.

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    The study highlights persistent disparities in breast cancer screening among marginalized groups, particularly Hispanic women.

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    The All of Us Research Program provides valuable data to explore the relationship between social determinants and health behaviors.

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Evaluating the association between upstream perceived individual and neighborhood determinants of health and intensity of breast cancer screening

  • by Faith Morley, Anjile An, Vivian Bea, Rulla M Tamimi, Kevin H Kensler

  • October 22, 2025

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