Demographic, psychosocial, and behavioral associations with cancer screening among a homeless population

Background Although cancer incidence and mortality is declining, cancer remains among the leading causes of death in the United States. Research shows that cancer morbidity and mortality can be reduced by early detection. Yet, both cancer risks and screening behavior remain understudied in the homeless population. Methods Researchers conducted a cross‐sectional survey of homeless individuals ( n = 201). The analysis describes the demographic,...