Medical Mistrust and Its Impact Among People Experiencing Homelessness.

This article examines perspectives of people experiencing homelessness related to perceived challenges with obtaining breast cancer screenings, education, and health care, as well as how these perspectives contribute to medical mistrust. It also considers how social determinants intersect and intens...

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Publicado en:Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing Vol. 29; no. 6; pp. 514 - 520
Autores principales: Brzoza, Vicki, Ryan, Elyse Mia
Formato: research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Oncology Nursing Society Dec2025
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Sumario:This article examines perspectives of people experiencing homelessness related to perceived challenges with obtaining breast cancer screenings, education, and health care, as well as how these perspectives contribute to medical mistrust. It also considers how social determinants intersect and intensify hardships faced by this population, potentially explaining negative perceptions of healthcare providers. The intersectionality within individuals and their identities, challenges, and community affiliations can exacerbate the impact of medical mistrust and related social constructs. These findings have important implications for oncology nursing practice, particularly in addressing structural barriers and fostering trust within this vulnerable community.