Skin Cancer Disparities
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among all ethnicities, yet skin cancer disparities exist due to race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. In particular, those with darker skin may be more likely to be misdiagnosed, under-referred, or fail to receive adequate treatment. Additionally, racial and ethnic minorities are more likely to present with more advanced stages and worse outcomes of skin cancer. Research has shown that skin cancer disparities exist in diagnosis, treatment and outcomes among different populations, and strategies must be developed to reduce these disparities. Improved research and policies may help reduce these disparities by allowing for early detection and effective treatment, ultimately leading to reduced morbidity and mortality from skin cancer.
← Journal of Skin Cancer Epidemiology