Tabriz University of Medical Sciences Health Promotion Perspectives 2228-6497 15 1 2025 05 06 The intersection between pre-existing disability and cancer-survivorship: A narrative review 37 43 10.34172/hpp.025.43001 EN Winston Kennedy https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9839-927X Jafra D Thomas https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0141-9933 Gullaiim Almatkyzy Regina F. Hockert REVIEW 10.34172/hpp.025.43001 2024 03 13 2025 02 11 Background: Previous research shows people with pre-existing disabilities face unique societal barriers to health services. The purpose of this review is to promote a better understanding of ways pre-existing disability affects access to cancer-related care through a critical commentary of the research literature. Methods: Systematic search procedures were used to locate articles for inclusion in a narrative review of the research literature. A priori search terms were used to systematically search for eligible articles, using four online databases. These authors thematically analyzed trends in the research findings using a descriptive-interpretive paradigm. Results: Thirteen articles were included in the final narrative review. Four themes were identified: (1) low screening rates, (2) barriers to cancer screening, (3) pre-existing disability moderates cancer incidence, treatment, and survival, and (4) recommendations for supporting improved HRQoL in cancer survivors with pre-existing disability. Conclusion: Our findings illustrate a need for interdisciplinary research focused on ways pre-existing disability intersects with cancer-related healthcare.