Jessica Y. Islam

Guest Author

Jessica Y. Islam is an assistant professor of cancer epidemiology at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute. Dr. Islam’s research focuses on describing and intervening on cancer care disparities across the continuum at the intersection of infections and cancer. Through her research program, Dr. Islam aims to improve cancer outcomes among vulnerable populations, including racial/ethnic minorities and people living with HIV, using multi-level approaches, epidemiological methods, and an equity-focused lens.

Jessica's Work:

06.15.2023 Gynecologist doctor or psychiatrist consulting and having diagnostic examination on woman patient's health in medical clinic or hospital exam room office

Gynecologist doctor or psychiatrist consulting and having diagnostic examination on woman patient's health in medical clinic or hospital exam room office

Medicaid Expansion and Differences in Cervical Cancer Screenings

Cervical cancer screenings among American Indian and Alaska Native women in Medicaid expansion states decreased by 1% but increased by 3% among White women.

Guest Authors Nupur Huria, Danielle Gartner, Jessica Y. Islam, Claire E. Margerison