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Colorectal Cancer Survival Disparities among Puerto Rican Hispanics: A Comparison to Racial/Ethnic Groups in the United States.
Maria Gonzalez-Pons Mariela Torres Javier Perez Anneliese Velez Jean Pierre Betancourt

Cancer Clin Oncol

August 2016

Purpose: Ethnic/racial disparities in colorectal cancer (CRC) survival have been well documented. However, there is limited information regarding CRC survival among Hispanic subgroups. This study reports the 5-year relative survival of Puerto Rican Hispanic (PRH) CRC patients and the relative risk of death compared to other racial/ethnic groups in the US.

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Implementation and Outcomes of a Community-Based Educational Program for Colorectal Cancer Prevention in Hispanics.
Marcia Cruz-Correa Frances Cordero Jean Pierre Betancourt Yaritza Diaz-Algorri Sofia M Lopez

J Fam Med Dis Prev

August 2016

Objectives: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the 2 most diagnosed cancer and leading cause of cancer death in Puerto Rico. However, CRC screening rates remain low. The aim of this study was to test the effectiveness of a Train-the-Trainers' (TTT) program to develop trainers capable of educating others within their communities about CRC prevention.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Jean Pierre Betancourt"

  • - Jean Pierre Betancourt has focused on colorectal cancer (CRC) disparities and prevention strategies specifically within Hispanic populations, particularly Puerto Rican Hispanics.
  • - His research highlights significant differences in CRC survival rates among Puerto Rican Hispanics compared to other racial and ethnic groups in the United States, emphasizing the need for targeted intervention and support.
  • - Additionally, Betancourt has developed and evaluated a community-based educational program aimed at improving CRC screening rates among Hispanics, demonstrating the effectiveness of a Train-the-Trainers' approach to promote CRC prevention in local communities.

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