Hi All,

I was wondering if anyone had come across any evidence for the need for helpline services specifically provided for African Caribbean groups? I know there are obvious language needs that would justify delivery of specific services for non-English speaking groups, but is there a case for helplines serving different ethnicities?

We have had a few requests in the past from men who know of our helpline, but who have also heard of our African Caribbean Specialist Nurse, and request to speak specifically to him, so we are wondering if there is in fact a need for this targeted service.

Any leads to existing evidence would be most useful.

Many thanks,

Sarah

Sarah Toule

African Caribbean Policy & Development Manager

The Prostate Cancer Charity

Cambridge House

100 Cambridge Grove

London W6 0LE

T: 020 8222 7149

Confidential Helpline: 0800 074 8383

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