Addressing health disparities in survivors of breast cancer through lifestyle modifications and group support.

177Background: Obesity and inactivity have been shown to adversely affect outcomes in survivors of breast cancer. These factors may contribute to poorer outcomes in women of black and Hispanic populations, and those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. We sought to improve overall well-being and limit weight gain in patients from these underserved populations through a group lifestyle intervention in a public hospital setting. Methods: 46 women were recruited and gave informed consent after completion of adjuvant chemotherapy for stage I-III breast cancer to participate in this feasibility pilot program. Blood work, body measurements, diet, two-minute walk tests, and PHQ9 depression scores were collected at the first and last of six monthly sessions. The group classes were led by a registered dietician and included diet and light exercise instruction at each visit. Results: Patient demographics and results are in the table below. Trends for non-completers included younger age, ethnicity, no hormonal ther...