Radiotherapy in global cancer control
Cancer presents an increasing health problem in the world. Previously seen as a problem of the developed world, it is now recognized as a global issue. Currently, two thirds of all cancer deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries.
Multisectoral initiatives in cancer control: Fare concessions for cancer patients on Indian railways
Access to cancer care is not just about affordable medicines and treatment facilities, it can also be about removing physical barriers to receiving treatment.
Non-communicable diseases in the developing world
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, respiratory disease and diabetes pose the biggest threat to human life across the world.
The under-used role of the Bulgarian National Cancer Registry in cancer control
Information about cancer patients is captured by cancer registries that have established for this purpose. Their role in planning and monitoring cancer control activities has been described in detail by many authors but whilst this function is generally acknowledged, it is not always fully applied in some countries.
Foreword 2014
Dr Margaret Chan, Director-General, World Health Organization According to World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Agency for Research on Cancer, cancer occurs in an estimated 14.1 million people and causes 8.2 million deaths worldwide each year. About...
Cancer Control 2014
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