Factors Affecting Colorectal Cancer Screening Among African-Born Immigrants in the United States: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

Objectives: Early detection of colorectal cancer through periodic screening has proved to be effective in reducing the incidence rate and mortality from colorectal cancer. Available records indicate racial and ethnic disparities in colorectal cancer screening in the United States. In this paper, a retrospective cross-sectional study to examine how family income, health insurance status, language of interview, length of stay in the US, perceived health status, level of education, and having a usual place for medical care affect colorectal cancer screening among African-born immigrants in the United States is presented.