Navigating the challenging storms of cancer management in a national cancer centre: perspectives of female patients

The research highlights the extensive psychological and social effects of cancer and it's treatment. The study revealed the intertwined nature of financial difficulties and non-financial challenges, emphasizing the importance of social support, including religious, family, healthcare, and peer support. The findings suggest that a comprehensive, multidisciplinary management plan which encompasses both medical and supportive care is required to enhance patient well-being.

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BMC Public Health
Published
2024-10-17
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-20360-9
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3
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Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
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Navigating the challenging storms of cancer management in a national cancer centre: perspectives of female patients

Florence Dedey, Naa Adjeley Mensah, Yaw Mensah
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BMC Public Health
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
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Navigating the challenging storms of cancer management in a national cancer centre: perspectives of female patients

Florence Dedey, Naa Adjeley Mensah, Yaw Mensah
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Abstract

The research highlights the extensive psychological and social effects of cancer and it's treatment. The study revealed the intertwined nature of financial difficulties and non-financial challenges, emphasizing the importance of social support, including religious, family, healthcare, and peer support. The findings suggest that a comprehensive, multidisciplinary management plan which encompasses both medical and supportive care is required to enhance patient well-being.

BMC Public HealthVol. 24(1)
University of Ghana (GH), Leverhulme Trust (GB), Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (GH), University of Oxford (GB)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 22%
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
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