Closing the Cancer Divide An Equity Imperative |
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| Editor:
| Knaul, Felicia Marie
Gralow, Julie R.
Atun, Rifat
Bhadelia, Afsan |
| Foreword by:
| Fineberg, Harvey V.
Sen, Amartyá |
| Series title: | Global Health and Equity Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-9829144-0-3 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2012 |
| Publisher: | Harvard University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $24.95 |
Book Description:
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Cancer is a leading cause of death and disability in low- and middle-income countries. A cancer transition is increasing preventable risk, illness, impoverishment from illness, and death in poor populations. This book presents innovative strategies for strengthening health systems in response to the challenge of cancer and other chronic illnesses.
Cancer is a leading cause of death and disability in low- and middle-income countries. A cancer transition is increasing preventable risk, illness, impoverishment from illness, and death in poor populations. This book presents innovative strategies for strengthening health systems in response to the challenge of cancer and other chronic illnesses.