Racialized communities are known to experience health and healthcare inequities in Canada, including unmet needs across the cancer care trajectory. Yet, the experiences of Panjabi-Sikh patients—one of the largest visible minority populations in Canada—remain largely unknown. This study will examine how the Canadian cancer care system can best address unmet needs of Panjabi-Sikh patients and their families during cancer treatment. This 4-phase mixed-methods study includes: a scoping review, an analysis of a provincial patient experience survey, qualitative interviews with patients and families, and focus groups with community leaders and healthcare decision-makers. Findings from this research will help to inform the development of system level strategies and policies that better support the needs of this patient population.
Examining the Unmet Needs of Panjabi-Sikh Cancer Patients During the Treatment Phase of Cancer Care
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