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{"title":"Evaluating the Efficacy of Case-Based Learning for Medical Oncology Trainees: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Jonathon Vundum, Fiona Day","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02651-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02651-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Active learning methodologies, such as case-based learning (CBL), are widely used in undergraduate medical education. CBL is associated with high student satisfaction, knowledge acquisition and the development of critical thinking abilities. The aim of this review is to determine whether these findings are generalisable to postgraduate medical oncology trainees. A systematic review was conducted using Medline and Embase, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) reporting guidelines. Studies were evaluated using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist and a narrative synthesis without meta-analysis was completed to summarise findings. There is a lack of published data in this area. Three studies were eligible for review: one randomised controlled trial (RCT), one qualitative study and one educational pilot. Two studies were based in the UK and one study was based in China. In total, there were 111 participants and studies were published between 2012 and 2024. Studies universally demonstrated CBL was viewed positively by practicing doctors. Further findings included CBL being associated with perceived increases in confidence, learning and examination results. There were no reported negative aspects of CBL. All three studies had significant methodological flaws limiting the validity and reliability of stated findings. There is a lack of robust data in this field; however, the available evidence supports findings from the undergraduate setting, namely CBL is valued by trainees. Further studies are required to demonstrate whether CBL courses are feasible within speciality training programmes and whether they benefit trainee performance.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"637-645"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13524996/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227451","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Leveraging Pharmacy Education through a Train-the-Trainer Model to Enhance Breast Cancer Literacy in Rural Communities.","authors":"Christopher L Farrell, Melanie R Ginzburg, Morgan B Enlow, Missouri M Jenkins, Alexus N Hames, Cayla R Adams, Marlana A Roberts, Hillary E Stamps, Natalie A Paxton, Courtney N Addison, Austin Y Shull","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02708-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02708-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Rural versus urban communities experience disproportionate challenges in breast cancer outcomes, with higher breast cancer mortality and later stage disease presentation, despite similar diagnosis rates. These disparities are driven by structural barriers, including rural hospital closures, transportation difficulties, and limited access to oncology specialists. This study evaluated a train-the-trainer program designed to equip PharmD students located at a pharmacy school in a rural county in South Carolina with breast cancer education training, leveraging the pharmacists' position as accessible healthcare professionals in rural communities. Training focused on breast cancer risk factors, prevention, screening, genetics, staging, and treatment options. Effectiveness was measured through pre- and post-workshop confidence surveys and knowledge assessments. Results showed significant improvement in student confidence across educational domains, with average scores increasing from 6.30 to 8.59 (p < 0.0001). Understanding of screening guidelines (mean difference: 4.30; p-value: < .0001) and target therapy options showed the greatest improvement (mean difference: 3.65; p-value: < .0001), while knowledge of BRCA gene inheritance showed the smallest change (mean difference: 0.369; p-value: ns), suggesting some pre-existing awareness but limited understanding of its clinical applications. Overall, this pilot program demonstrates how pharmacy education can address healthcare disparities in rural communities. By preparing pharmacists to deliver accurate breast cancer education and to increase rural patient agency, this model creates a sustainable approach to improving health literacy in medically underserved areas. Future research could further expand this model to include diverse healthcare professionals and incorporate long-term impact assessments in community settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"670-675"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13487858/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144859864","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development and Implementation of a Digital Skills E-learning Program for Healthcare Professionals in Cancer: DigiCanTrain: Challenges and Solutions.","authors":"Maura Dowling, Virpi Sulosaari, Orlaith Hernon","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02726-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02726-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Digital health tools are becoming increasingly prevalent, requiring healthcare professionals to maintain high-level digital skills. In cancer care, digital technologies are utilised throughout the cancer care continuum, supporting cancer screening, patient education, symptom monitoring, and communication. This paper reports on the development and implementation of an e-learning pilot program, DigiCanTrain, for European healthcare professionals in cancer care. The program's overall goal is to enhance digital skills and increase readiness to use digital technology and digital health interventions among clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals working with individuals affected by cancer. The DigiCanTrain program development was guided by the common micro-credential framework and involved a content production team from six European countries. The DigiCanTrain curriculum comprises five modules with 22 embedded submodules, designed for three specific groups: nurses, medical practitioners and non-clinical professionals. By fostering digital literacy and supporting professional development, the DigiCanTrain project represents a significant step toward modernising cancer care education and improving outcomes for people affected by cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"772-776"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145042303","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Impact of a Community Partner Research Training Program.","authors":"Oluwademilade Adefarati, Rickisa Yearwood, Yawei Song, Amy E Leader, Karen Glanz, Evelyn T Gonzalez, Scott W Keith, Nilsa Graciani, Thierry Fortune, Charnita M Zeigler-Johnson","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02718-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02718-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>As part of its mission to address disparities in cancer outcomes and research participation, the Philadelphia Communities Conquering Cancer (PC3) coalition conducted a Community Partner Research Training program. The goal was to increase knowledge about cancer research and to prepare community members to partner on research activities. Eighteen out of 36 applicants were selected for a 5-week training program on research methods. Trainees completed baseline (N = 18) and follow-up surveys (N = 10) to measure knowledge acquisition. Demographic data were analyzed with descriptive statistics. For repeated cross-sectional group comparisons, Wilcoxon nonparametric tests were used to test statistical differences between medians on baseline and follow-up surveys. P-values ≤ 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Trainees were mostly female (78%). Median age was 61.5 years. Forty-four percent were Black, 22% White, 17% Asian, and 17% other race. Twenty-eight percent were Hispanic. Forty-four percent were cancer survivors. We observed that perceived knowledge about research generally increased post-training from a median of 2 to 4 across a 5-point Likert scale (p < 0.001). This increase is shown for several items, including \"how to conduct a research study\" and \"how to share findings with the community.\" Program ratings averaged 4 out of 5, indicating positive participant experiences in program organization and content. Involving diverse populations in cancer research is crucial for reducing health disparities. This training program demonstrated that it is feasible to increase knowledge about cancer research methodology among community partners. These results will be used to guide future research activities with PC3.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"726-733"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13525049/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144977168","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Critical Insights on \"Patient Experiences and Expectations Regarding Erectile Dysfunction Education Prior to Rectal Cancer Surgery: A Qualitative Study\".","authors":"Bilal Ahmad, Noaman Khan, Abdur Rehman, Sameed Ahmad, Sadeeq Khan","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02663-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02663-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"620-621"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144276498","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Communicating With Children With Cancer: Development of a Chatbot-Based Educational Support Tool.","authors":"Eliana Silva, Paulo Pinto, Luís Paulo Reis","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02711-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02711-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Effective communication between parents and children is crucial in reducing distress when a child has cancer. Technology, particularly chatbots, can facilitate this communication and provide parents with support. We have developed a chatbot to support parents of children with cancer. Using advanced natural language processing, it provides empathetic, age-appropriate, and informative responses. We created the chatbot using the Dialogflow platform and integrated it into a mobile app and website to ensure broad accessibility. This multi-platform integration provides consistent support, regardless of the device or location used. We conducted a qualitative comparative analysis of our chatbot against other chatbots, such as ChatGPT-4 and Microsoft Copilot. This analysis was based on five standard criteria for the human evaluation of chatbots. In general, our chatbot offered more personalized and targeted support for childhood cancer. Unlike other systems that provide generic responses, our chatbot uses a friendlier tone and tailors its responses based on factors such as the child's age. This project represents a significant advancement in the use of technology to address the complex communication needs associated with childhood cancer. To our knowledge, it is the first chatbot designed specifically for Portuguese-speaking parents. It offers parents personalized, accessible support and provides a scalable, cost-effective solution that complements the efforts of healthcare professionals. In settings with limited resources, the chatbot is an invaluable tool for bridging the gap between medical consultations.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"689-699"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13525000/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145276567","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Lisbon Manifesto on Precision Cancer Education: A Call to Transform Cancer Education from Personalized Prevention to Personalized Care.","authors":"Luís Moreira, Luzia Travado, Rui Medeiros, James Hamilton, Filipe Santos Silva","doi":"10.1007/s13187-026-02967-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-026-02967-1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"613-616"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148622302","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative: Outcomes from an Intensive and Mixed Curricular Summer Program on Cancer and Health Disparities.","authors":"Nabil Kahouadji, Sydney J Alairys, Erin Chen, Leslie H Diaz-Flores, Job E Ngwe, Joeli A Brinkman","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02714-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02714-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Despite an overall decline in cancer incidence and mortality in the USA, cancer health disparities are on the rise, and the demographic profile of the healthcare workforce remains unreflective of the population at large. One way to reduce such disparities is to increase diversity in the cancer and healthcare workforce. The Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative (ChicagoCHEC), through its summer research fellows program, embodies this goal by intentionally recruiting, retaining, and advancing a pipeline of diverse students in cancer research careers. During summers 2016 to 2024, nine cohorts, for a total of 178 undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students at Northeastern Illinois University, University of Illinois Chicago, Northwestern University, and Chicago community colleges, enrolled in an 8-week didactic and mixed curricular program focused on the development of academic, technical, and professional skills in preparation for careers in social, behavioral, and biomedical research in healthcare. We describe the recruitment and selection processes of the summer cohorts and provide an overview of the program activities and overall structure. We report on the resulting changes in students' performance, academic and professional abilities, cancer and equity awareness, interests, and confidence in careers related to cancer and health disparities research. We also report on the educational transitions and career outcomes of the ChicagoCHEC fellows from the program's inception in 2016 to the most recent cohort in 2024. The evaluation of the program and the lessons learned during the pandemic serve as a model for future replication and implementation at other institutions.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"706-711"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12581616/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145314158","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cancer Education in the Northwest Arctic: Empowering Youth on Cancer in Rural Alaska.","authors":"Katie Cueva, Fiona Rowles, Clayton Gindt, Jennifer I Schmidt","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02719-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02719-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cancer is the leading cause of death in Alaska and the second leading cause of death in the USA, even though the most common cancers are largely preventable through screening and lifestyle changes. Consequently, interventions that promote sustainable behavioral change can reduce existing health disparities in cancer morbidity and mortality. In 2019, community sharing circles inspired the creation of a cancer education project for youth in the Northwest Arctic region of Alaska. We grounded the work in community-based participatory action research (CBPR), empowerment theory, and Indigenous ways of knowing, with a Community Advisory Board guiding the project. Eleven cancer education lessons were developed for young people in the Northwest Arctic, several of which were piloted remotely during the pandemic and delivered in-person in spring 2022. The project team visited each participating community in the spring of 2024 to support peer instructors in teaching cancer topics and presenting requested lessons to youth. Each participant was invited to complete a pre-lesson and a post-lesson survey. A total of 2303 pre-/post-surveys were completed. Respondents' mean cancer knowledge scores were significantly higher after seven different lessons. In 90% of post-lesson surveys, respondents (795/887) said they planned to share information they had learned during the lessons, including lessons about cancer screening exams and eating healthier. In 90% of post-lesson surveys, respondents (799/890) said they planned to reduce their cancer risk in the next 6 months, including by staying tobacco-free and stopping alcohol use. As a learner shared: \"Cancer fears hope. Medical research on cancer treatments advances every day. Hope is growing and cancer is soon to be no more.\"</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"734-744"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13136291/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144994250","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"HPV Education and Its Impact on Vaccination Willingness and Recommendation Intentions Among Unvaccinated Japanese University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Nobuyuki Wakui, Yuna Koakutsu, Mai Watanabe, Yui Yokoyama, Aika Okami, Shunsuke Shirozu, Kotaro Okada, Yoshinori Onuki, Yoshiaki Machida","doi":"10.1007/s13187-025-02733-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s13187-025-02733-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Although Japan resumed proactive HPV vaccination in 2022 and introduced catch-up initiatives, vaccination rates remain low, partly due to insufficient cancer education during school years. Moreover, male vaccination remains underrecognized despite its cancer prevention benefits. This study evaluated the effect of a planned educational intervention on HPV-related knowledge, willingness to receive vaccination, and recommendation intent among unvaccinated male and female university students. A total of 285 unvaccinated students participated in a planned educational intervention between October 29 and November 3, 2023. As part of a planned educational intervention conducted in a university setting, participants watched an educational YouTube video on HPV and cervical cancer and completed pre- and post-intervention surveys assessing their knowledge, vaccination willingness, and recommendation intent. Data were analyzed using McNemar's test and stepwise multiple regression analysis. Participants' knowledge about HPV and the vaccine significantly improved after the intervention (P < 0.001). Willingness to receive vaccination increased in both male and female participants, with a greater change observed among males (β = 0.79, P < 0.001). Improved knowledge was significantly associated with increased willingness to receive vaccination (β = 0.09, P = 0.001) and recommendation intent (β = 0.05, P = 0.038). These findings demonstrate that a brief, planned educational intervention can enhance vaccine-related knowledge and positively influence attitudes. Future efforts should incorporate such approaches across educational settings, including universities and earlier stages, to strengthen HPV vaccination awareness among both males and females and advance cancer-prevention education.</p>","PeriodicalId":50246,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cancer Education","volume":" ","pages":"787-793"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145088034","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}