health π¬ Prostate cancer treatment shows racial gap
Secondary treatment rates for localized prostate cancer were similar between Black and White patients in a large study. The research looked at 83,156 non-Hispanic Black and White men aged 66+ diagnosed between 2004 and 2017. While secondary treatment rates were comparable, Black patients without extra treatment faced higher mortality risks. These findings suggest healthcare access and quality issues persist among those not receiving follow-up care. The study emphasizes the need to understand post-therapy pathways for equitable care.