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Pan American Health Organization PAHO
(2021)
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World Health Organisation (WHO)
(2023)
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World Health Organisation (WHO)
(2023)
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Unité d’Oncologie Pédiatrique CHU Dakar – SENEGAL
(2017)
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Presentatation sur le défis des soins palliatifs en Oncopédiatrie en Afrique
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Ngwa, W.; et al.
Lancet Oncology Commission
(2022)
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Lancet Oncol 2022; 23: e251–312Published OnlineMay 9, 2022 https://doi.org/10.1016/S1470-2045(21)00720-8
In sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), urgent action is needed to curb a growing crisis in cancer incidence and mortality.
Without rapid interventions, data estimates show a major increase in cancer mortality from 520 348 in 2020 to about
1 million deaths per year by 2030. Here, we detail the state of cancer in SSA, recommend key actions on the basis of
analysis, and highlight case studies and successful models that can be emulated, adapted, or improved across the
region to reduce the growing cancer crises. Recommended actions begin with the need to develop or update national
cancer control plans in each country. Plans must include childhood cancer plans, managing comorbidities such as
HIV and malnutrition, a reliable and predictable supply of medication, and the provision of psychosocial, supportive,
and palliative care. Plans should also engage traditional, complementary, and alternative medical practices employed
by more than 80% of SSA populations and pathways to reduce missed diagnoses and late referrals. More substantial
investment is needed in developing cancer registries and cancer diagnostics for core cancer tests ... more
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Fuentes-Alabi S.
PAHO; Cure Americas
(2022)
C_WHO
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Blanco D.B.
PAHO; Cure Americas
(2022)
C_WHO
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
(2022)
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SAFER Ukraine is a humanitarian effort launched following the Russian invasion to provide safe passage for childhood cancer patients and their families out of Ukraine.
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Campos Vieira Abib, S.de; et al.
(2022)
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Organización Panamericana de la Salud
PAHO
(2021)
C_WHO
Quality of Life for Children with Cancer Series: Modules on Paediatric Palliative Care. Module 8: End-of-Life Care
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