Increased Risk of Gastric Cancer in Asians - Causes and Strategies for Early Detection

Explore the critical issue of gastric cancer risk among Asian populations in this informative 59-minute lecture by Dr. Joo Ha Hwang, a Stanford University Professor of Medicine and board-certified gastroenterologist. Learn about the disproportionate burden of gastric cancer on ethnic minorities and immigrant communities in the United States, with a focus on Asian populations. Discover why gastric cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death worldwide and affects 27,000 Americans annually. Examine the lack of a coherent national strategy for early detection and risk reduction, even among high-risk groups. Understand the urgent need for addressing this significant healthcare disparity and developing strategies to decrease morbidity and mortality from gastric cancer. Gain insights into Dr. Hwang's clinical and research efforts in improving early detection, including epidemiologic and translational approaches to understanding risk factors and developing biomarkers. Learn about his role as Chairperson of the Asian American Stomach Cancer Disparity Task Force and his public policy efforts to increase awareness of gastric cancer risk among high-risk populations.