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Frontiers in Cancer Control and Society
ISSN 2813-835X · Frontiers Media S.A. · 28 artikel di indeks
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Trends in cancer-and respiratory failure-related mortality in the US adult population: an analysis of the CDC WONDER database from 1999 to 2023
BackgroundThis study aimed to retrospectively analyze secular trends in respiratory failure-associated mortality (AAMR) and its demographic and geographic variations among US adult cancer patients from 1999 to 2023.MethodsThis study conducted a comprehensive retrospective analysis of respiratory…
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Retrospective observational study of Kampo medicines for suppressing the side effects of endocrine therapy in the treatment of breast cancer: a pilot study
BackgroundLong-term endocrine therapy for breast cancer often causes menopause-like symptoms, affecting quality of life. Although Japanese traditional (Kampo) medicine is utilized for relief, research remains limited.ObjectiveThis retrospective observational study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of…
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Head and neck cancer in mid-Missouri: demographics, social determinants, and care patterns
IntroductionThe social determinants of health (SDOH), such as socioeconomic status, rurality, and healthcare access, are increasingly recognized as key factors in the care of head and neck cancer (HNC). In central Missouri, where rurality and socioeconomic disparities are prevalent, understanding…
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Evaluation of the implementation of the national cancer registry of Senegal: lighting the way forward
IntroductionCancer is a real public health problem, the extent of which remains poorly understood due to the lack of reliable and up-to-date statistical data. Establishing a registry providing accurate data on prevalence and mortality is essential to improve the fight against cancer. Therefore, we…
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Rebuilding cancer care in post-conflict Syria: restoring continuity across the cancer care continuum
Protracted armed conflict causes profound disruption to health systems both directly and indirectly; this has high impacts on complex, resource-intensive conditions such as oncology. In Syria, fourteen years of conflict after the violent suppression of uprisings in 2011 resulted in the…
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Improving access to therapeutic clinical trials: a randomized controlled trial of GUIDE navigation and reimbursement
IntroductionDisparities in access to cancer clinical trials persist among patients with limited socioeconomic resources. Clinical trial navigation programs are an emerging solution to improve clinical trial access, although their components are varied and not well-described.MethodsGuiding…
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Childhood cancer incidence, survival and mortality patterns in Argentina, 2000–2022: from the Argentine Oncopediatric Registry (ROHA)
IntroductionPopulation-based cancer registries are essential tools for monitoring the burden of childhood cancer and guiding evidence-based public health policies. In pediatric oncology, long-term registry data are particularly valuable for evaluating survival trends, identifying inequities, and…
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Rural-urban differences and association of sexual autonomy with uptake of breast and cervical cancer screening services among women of reproductive age in Ghana
IntroductionBreast and cervical cancers are leading causes of morbidity and mortality among women in sub-Saharan Africa, yet screening uptake remains low in Ghana. Sexual autonomy, defined as a woman's ability to negotiate sexual activity and refuse unwanted sex, may influence health-seeking…
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Socio-demographic characteristics, point prevalence and referral patterns of prostate cancer patients in a South African rural teaching hospital: a cross-sectional study
BackgroundProstate cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed malignancies among men worldwide and represents a growing public health concern in low-and-middle-income countries. In sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, the disease is often diagnosed at advanced stages due to limited…
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Factors associated with breast self-examination practice among female medical students in selected universities in Borama, Somaliland
BackgroundBreast cancer remains a significant global health challenge, characterized by high morbidity and mortality rates, particularly in resource-limited settings where access to advanced diagnostic imaging is scarce. In Somaliland, early detection is critical to improving survival outcomes…
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Exploring cancer care pathways and contextual influences on prospective guideline implementation in Nigeria
IntroductionImplementing cancer survivorship guidelines in resource-limited settings poses unique challenges. While the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) has developed harmonized survivorship guidelines for sub-Saharan Africa, little is known about the contextual factors that may affect…
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Medicinal mushrooms and the hallmarks of cancer: mechanistic insights for complementary chemotherapy
BackgroundMedicinal mushrooms have a long history of use in traditional medicine and are increasingly investigated in modern oncology as supportive care agents. In recent decades, clinical research has explored their immunomodulatory properties and potential to mitigate chemotherapy-related adverse…
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Cardiovascular disease risk among female breast cancer survivors: findings from the National Health Interview Survey (2019–2022)
IntroductionBreast cancer (BC) is the second most prevalent cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the United States. The risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is significant among women with BC across their survivorship trajectory. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy…
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Ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in participation in breast cancer risk assessment: findings from the BCAN-RAY study (NCT05305963)
BackgroundBreast cancer risk assessment for women aged 30–39 years would facilitate the offer of early screening and prevention approaches in those at increased risk. The Breast CANcer Risk Assessment in Young women (BCAN-RAY) study (NCT05305963) is evaluating the feasibility of breast cancer risk…
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Evaluating the effectiveness of outreach efforts and testing workflow on genetic testing participation in a high-risk population
IntroductionGenetic testing enables precision medicine by improving disease risk awareness, prevention, and treatment. Despite national guidelines, fewer than 20% of eligible US patients with a personal or family history of breast or ovarian cancer undergo testing, with notable disparities by race…
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A registry-based systematic review of lifestyle and non-pharmaceutical oncology interventions in Africa
BackgroundCancer is a significant public health issue in low-and-middle-income countries, especially in Africa, accounting for over half a million deaths every year. While lifestyle and/or behavioral interventions such as exercise and dietary modifications are known to improve patient outcomes and…
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Assessment of ovarian reserve in girls diagnosed with pediatric cancer: a presentation of baseline data from a prospective follow-up study
BackgroundOverall survival for childhood cancer continues to improve, and with a large proportion of patients reaching reproductive age the question of fertility is becoming increasingly important. The long-term side effects of cancer treatment can include reduced reproductive function. The aim of…
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Are community-delivered patient navigation interventions the answer for targeting colorectal cancer screening inequalities? Findings from Lancashire's “Call for a KIT” intervention
BackgroundThe ‘Call for a Kit (CFAK)' initiative offers consultations for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening non-responders through person-centered, community-delivered patient navigation strategies. This study investigated CFAK's impact on tackling inequalities in CRC screening participation since…
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Case Report: When bias clouds judgment in diagnosing a pediatric mixed germ cell tumor
BackgroundCognitive bias is increasingly recognized as a significant factor contributing to diagnostic errors in the medical field. While interventions to reduce biases have mainly been studied in adult hospital or acute care settings, the impact of cognitive bias on diagnostic errors in pediatrics…
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Social determinants of health associated with the clinicopathological presentation of patients with prostate cancer in Kenya
IntroductionIn Kenya prostate cancer (Ca) is the leading cause of cancer related mortality among men. There is lack of data on the social determinants of health and their impact on the stage at diagnosis.PurposeThe purpose of this study was to determine prostate cancer stage at diagnosis, and…