The National Oncology Program: A Yemeni-Canadian partnership

Cancer in developing countries is growing and will soon be a major problem as life expectancy increases. This article outlines the experience and future objectives of a partnership between Yemeni and Canadian oncology professionals in their attempt to develop a National Oncology Program in Yemen. We...

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Published in:Hematology/oncology and stem cell therapy 2009, Vol.2 (1), p.294-298
Main Authors: Vandenberg, Theodore, Nagi, Nadeem, Garcia, Bertha, Kirk, Catherine, Gilchrist, James, Poirier, Susan, Allen, Hugh, Driedger, Albert, Fournie, Kate, Basahi, Mohamed, Robinsong, Martin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Canada
Developing Countries - economics
Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Medicine
Humans
International Cooperation
Medical Oncology - economics
Medical Oncology - methods
Medical Oncology - organization & administration
National Health Programs - economics
National Health Programs - organization & administration
National Health Programs - standards
Neoplasms - epidemiology
Neoplasms - therapy
Yemen
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Summary:Cancer in developing countries is growing and will soon be a major problem as life expectancy increases. This article outlines the experience and future objectives of a partnership between Yemeni and Canadian oncology professionals in their attempt to develop a National Oncology Program in Yemen. We review current knowledge of the epidemiology, social, educational and economic challenges as well as suggested initial steps in developing a relevant oncology program for this society.
ISSN:1658-3876
DOI:10.1016/S1658-3876(09)50041-6