Publications by authors named "Rebecca Starck"
Article Synopsis
- The study focused on how a web-based decision aid (DA) affected BRCA1/2 genetic testing intentions and completions among 50 Orthodox Jewish women, given their unique cultural and religious contexts.
- Results showed that while the DA improved knowledge about genetic testing and reduced decisional conflict, it did not increase the intention or completion rates for genetic testing over time.
- Recommendations suggest that future efforts should address specific barriers to testing and involve input from community leaders to enhance uptake.
Background/aims: Ashkenazi Jews have a 1:40 prevalence of BRCA1/2 mutations. Orthodox Jews are an understudied population with unique cultural and religious factors that may influence BRCA1/2 genetic testing uptake.
Methods: Using a mixed-methods approach, we conducted a cross-sectional survey and focus groups among Orthodox Jewish women in New York/New Jersey to explore factors affecting decision-making about BRCA1/2 genetic testing.