Global Precision Oncology: A Call to Action on Expanding Access to Targeted Cancer Therapies
Maheetha Bharadwaj, Mounica Vallurupalli, Franklin W. Huang
Abstract
At the health systems level, lack of diagnostic ability, inadequate access to trained providers, and limited drug availability provide significant barriers to cancer care delivery. This article outlines an urgent call to action to improve access to precision oncology therapies in lower- and middle-income countries, drawing upon lessons from international efforts in oncology and infectious disease.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCall to actionOncologyCancer drugsPrecision medicineHealthcare systemRadiation oncologyCancerGlobal healthHealth careIntensive care medicineFamily medicineInternal medicineNursingRadiation therapyPublic healthPathologyEconomic growthMarketingBusinessEconomicsCancer Genomics and DiagnosticsEconomic and Financial Impacts of CancerPharmaceutical Economics and Policy