Global disparities in cancer supportive care: An international survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The global cancer burden is rising, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), highlighting a critical research gap in understanding disparities in supportive care access. To address this, the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) Health Disparities Committee initiated a global survey to investigate and delineate these disparities. This study aims to explore and compare supportive care access disparities between LMIC and High-Income Countries (HIC).

Methods

An online cross-sectional survey was conducted among active members of MASCC. Members, representing diverse healthcare professions received email invitations. The survey, available for 3 weeks, comprised sections covering (1) sociodemographic information; (2) clinical serv

SUBMITTER: Chan A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11393557 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature