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Cara Davidson
PhD candidate, Faculty of Health Sciences
Gender-based violence and breast cancer: A threat to women’s health equity in Canada
In Canada, intimate partner violence (IPV) and breast cancer are pervasive public health concerns that disproportionately affect women. However, the intersection of these issues is often overlooked, despite an estimated 1 in 8 breast cancer patients experiencing IPV at the same time as cancer – and often facing health disparities as a result. I study the biopsychosocial relationships between breast cancer and IPV in Canada, with the goal of exploring health disparities and lived experiences. Additionally, I am co-creating a trauma- and violence-informed clinical tool for breast cancer healthcare providers in collaboration with patients, oncology teams, IPV professionals, and non profit organizations. Overall, I aim to shed light on the experiences of Canadian women who experience IPV and breast cancer and promote improved health outcomes among this equity deserving group.
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