Implications of neighborhood socioeconomic status on work ability among cancer survivors in the UNC cancer Survivorship Cohort
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: PURPOSE: Work ability is critical for maintaining financial stability, particularly for cancer survivors with limited socioeconomic resources. This study examined the association between neighborhood socioeconomic status (SES) and work ability using UNC Cancer Survivorship Cohort. METHODS: self-reported general and composite physical/mental work ability scores, and annual missed workdays. We estimated mean differences and 95% confidence intervals between Yost index quintiles using multivariable linear regression. RESULTS: Among 1,326 currently working participants, those in the highest SES quintile (Q5) had higher general and composite physical/mental work ability scores than those in the lowest (Q1). Fewer annual missed workdays in Q5 vs. Q1 were found among subgroups without chemotherapy, with prostate cancer, ≤ 1 year diagnoses, and urban residence. CONCLUSION: Higher neighborhood SES may contribute to better work ability among cancer survivors, highlighting vulnerable groups diagnosed at working age.
Source: Journal of Psychosocial Oncology
Authors: Yung-Fang Deng, Mu Jin, Brent J. Small, Laura Farnan, Tzy-Mey Kuo, Hazel B. Nichols
Language: English
Topic: Cancer survivorship and care
Subfield: Oncology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4417457424