Download Selected prior studies

Selected prior studies (most recent first) relevant to resubmission proposal submitted
July 2011: Family & Ethnicity/Race: What keeps older breast cancer survivors
from exercising?
Study 1. An Intervention for Prostate Cancer Survivors and Spouses (2010-2012,
funded by the National Cancer Institute/NIH, 1R21CA137272-01, K. Winters-Stone,
PI, K. Lyons, L. Nail, Investigators) This 6-month randomized trial (2 groups) is
testing an exercise intervention designed for couples, “Exercising Together”.
Relevance to proposed study, recruitment using OSCaR cancer registry, data
analysis ongoing.
Study 2. Targeted Breast Health Education Program for Chinese Americans (20092013, funded by the American Cancer Society, F. Lee-Linn, PI, L. Nail,
Investigator) This study is a test of an educational intervention to increase
mammography screening among Chinese American women. Relevance to
proposed study: recruitment of Chinese women through Asian Health Services
Center, qualitative data collection from focus groups in the community in Cantonese
and Mandarin by PI and a translator at the Center, conduct of focus groups with
Korean women using a translator, study currently in progress.
Study 3. The Family Living with Lung Cancer: Perceptions & Outcomes (2007-2011,
funded by the American Cancer Society, K. Lyons, PI, L. Nail and J. Bennett,
Investigators) Longitudinal study of lung cancer patients and their primary
caregivers with focus on describing discrepancies in perception of symptoms. Study
includes a bereavement aim. Relevance to proposed study: Recruitment of
survivors using rapid case ascertainment in OSCaR cancer registry, enrollment
includes 25% of participants with stage 4 cancer, quantitative and qualitative data
collection by interview with cancer survivors and family members, study currently in
data analysis.
Study 4. Comparison of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise in Older Breast Cancer
Survivors (2007-2010, funded by the National Cancer Institute/NIH, 1 R01
CA120123 01A1, K. Winters-Stone, PI, J. Bennett, L. Nail, Investigators) This 3group randomized trial is testing the distinct benefits of aerobic vs. resistance
exercise, compared to a control group. Relevance to proposed study: recruitment of
older breast cancer survivors through OSCaR cancer registry, experience of Project
Manager named for proposed study, quantitative data collection and management,
study currently in data analysis.
Study 5. POWIR: Exercise During Treatment for Prostate Cancer: A Randomized
Trial (2006-2009, funded by the Lance Armstrong Foundation, K. Winters-Stone,
PI, J. Bennett, and L. Nail, Investigators). This two-group trial tested an impact +
resistance exercise program (using weighted vests) in men with non-metastatic
prostate cancer who are currently receiving Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT).
Relevance to proposed study: recruitment of cancer survivors through OSCaR
cancer registry, quantitative data collection and management, study currently in data
analysis.
Study 6. Life After Cancer (New Zealand) (2006-2008, funded by Genesis Oncology
Trust, NZ, J. Bennett, PI) This survey of 862 cancer survivors was the first major
study of cancer survivors in New Zealand. Multiple concepts were measured and
three papers have been published, with additional publications to come. Relevance
to proposed study: recruitment of cancer survivors using only community-based
recruitment including networking with support groups, stories in media, and local
advertisements, experience in data collection by large survey (40 pages) with little
missing data, quantitative and qualitative (open ended questions) data collection.
study complete.
Bennett, J.A., Brown, P., Cameron, L., Whitehead, L.C., Porter, D. & McPherson,
K.M. (2008). Changes in employment and household income during the 24
months following a cancer diagnosis. Supportive Care in Cancer, 17 (8), 10571064.
Bennett, J.A., Cameron, L.D., Brown, P.M., Whitehead, L.C., Porter, D. (2009).
Differences between older and younger cancer survivors in seeking cancer
information and using complementary/alternative medicine. Journal of General
Internal Medicine, 24 (10), 1089-109.
Bennett, J.A., Cameron, L.D., Brown, P.M., Whitehead, L.C., Porter, D., OttawayParkes, T., Robinson, E. Time since diagnosis as a predictor of symptoms,
depression, cognition, social concerns, perceived benefits, and overall health in
cancer survivors. Oncology Nursing Forum (in press).
Study 7. Optimizing Body Composition & Health after Breast Cancer: An Exercise
Study (2006-2008 (extended), funded by American Cancer Society, K. WintersStone, PI, L. Nail and J. Bennett, Investigators). This two-group RCT of an
impact and resistance exercise program (using weighted vests) in premenopausal
BCS evaluated the effects of the program on bone, muscle, and fat mass, and on
physical function. Relevance to proposed study: recruitment of cancer survivors
through OSCaR cancer registry, quantitative data collection and management, study
currently in data analysis.
Study 8. Strength Training for Older Breast Cancer Survivors: A Randomized
Controlled Trial (2006-2008, funded by the Susan G. Komen Foundation, K.
Winters-Stone, PI, J. Bennett, and L. Nail, Investigators). This trial tested a
resistance exercise intervention (including weighted vests) in BCS aged 50+ on
physical functioning, compared to a control group. Relevance to proposed study:
recruitment of older breast cancer survivors through OSCaR cancer registry,
quantitative data collection and management, study complete.
Winters-Stone, K.M., Dobek, J., Nail, L., Bennett, J.A., Leo, M.C., Naik, A.,
Schwartz, A. (2011) Strength training stops bone loss and builds muscle in
postmenopausal breast cancer survivors: A randomized controlled trial. Breast
Cancer Res Treat 127: 447-456.
Study 9. Does Walking Work? A Study of Cancer Survivors (2003-2006, funded by
the Lance Armstrong Foundation, J. Bennett, PI, K. Lyons, L. Nail, investigators).
This randomized trial of cancer survivors showed improvements in physical
functioning based on a motivational intervention. Relevance to proposed study:
recruitment of cancer survivor using community-based recruitment. Study complete.
Bennett, J.A., Lyons, K.S., Winters-Stone, K., Nail, L.M. (2007). Motivational
counseling to increase physical activity in long-term cancer survivors: A
randomized controlled trial. Nursing Research, 56(1), 18-27.
Study 10. Mammography and Pap Testing Screening among First Generation
Chinese American women (2004-2006, funded by the American Cancer Society,
F. Lee-Lin PI, L. Nail Investigator) This descriptive study explored mammography
and PAP screening knowledge and beliefs of first generation Chinese women aged
40+. Relevance to proposed study: recruitment of Chinese women, focus groups
and interviews conducted in Cantonese, survey research in Cantonese. Study
complete.
Lee-Lin, F. & Menon, U. (2005). Breast and cervical cancer screening practices and
interventions among Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese Americans.
Oncology Nursing Forum, 32(5), 995-1003.
Lee-Lin, F., Menon, U., Pett, M., Nail, L., Lee, S., & Mooney, K. (2007) Breast
Cancer Beliefs and Mammography Screening Practices among ChineseAmerican Immigrants. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, & Neonatal Nursing,
36 (3), 212-221.
Lee-Lin, F., Pett, M., Menon, U., Lee, S., Nail, L., Mooney, K., & Itano, J. (2007).
Cervical Cancer Beliefs and Pap Smear Testing Practices among ChineseAmerican Immigrants. Oncology Nursing Forum, 34 (6), 1203-1209.
Lee-Lin, F., Menon, U., Pett, M., Nail, L., Lee, S., & Mooney, K. (2008). Measuring
Breast Cancer and Mammography Screening Beliefs among Chinese American
Immigrants. Western Journal of Nursing Research, 30(7), 852-868.