Resource utilization and disaggregated cost analysis for initial treatment of melanoma
ConclusionPatterns of resource utilization and costs for initial treatment of melanoma are changing, particularly due to systemic therapy. Understanding these patterns and forecasting of future changes are critical for sustainable budgetary planning. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - July 5, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
African cervical cancer prevention and control plans: A scoping review
ConclusionA comprehensive picture of African CCPC efforts will require engagement with Ministry of Health (MoH) in each country. Extant evidence suggests that lack of resources is a major barriers to plan development and deployment. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - July 5, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The US Food and Drug Administration’s use of pathologic complete response as regulatory endpoint: Did it pay off?
Publication date: June 2018Source: Journal of Cancer Policy, Volume 16Author(s): Jia Luo, Vinay PrasadAbstractIn 2013, the US FDA granted pertuzumab (Perjeta, Genentech/Roche) accelerated approval (AA) for the neo-adjuvant treatment of HER2 positive breast cancer. Approval was later extrapolated to the adjuvant setting by the NCCN and many providers. Pertuzumab remains the first and only drug to utilize an improvement in the rate of pathologic complete response (pCR), as the endpoint for regulatory approval. At the time the FDA utilized pCR as the basis for approval, their own analysis had suggested no correlation at the t...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - July 5, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Development of paediatric oncology shared-care networks in low-middle income countries
Publication date: June 2018Source: Journal of Cancer Policy, Volume 16Author(s): Elizabeth Burns, Meg Collington, Tim Eden, Piera Freccero, Lorna Renner, Vivian Paintsil, Mae Dolendo, Afiqul islam, Aye Aye Khaing, Jon RosserAbstractIn order to reach out and offer optimum access for children with cancer across each country the development of networks of paediatric oncology units rather than just a single centre in one city has been the practice in high income countries over the last 30–40 years and is now being considered by developing countries. At a workshop bringing delegates from 4 countries in Africa and Asia to shar...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - July 5, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Call for action to end discrimination against cancer survivors
Publication date: September 2018Source: Journal of Cancer Policy, Volume 17Author(s): Helen Saul, Lifang Liu, Françoise MeunierAbstractThe growing number of cancer survivors in Europe is a tribute to the success of advances in diagnosis and treatment. But many who have survived the disease go on to face discrimination in the workplace and in their financial affairs. Survivors of cancer may have ongoing physical and psychosocial needs but with appropriate support, many can return to active and fulfilled lives, often including work and travel. Long term collaborative research is needed to monitor the late effects of the dis...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - July 5, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
African cervical cancer prevention and control plans: A scoping review
Conclusion A comprehensive picture of African CCPC efforts will require engagement with Ministry of Health (MoH) in each country. Extant evidence suggests that lack of resources is a major barriers to plan development and deployment. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 23, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Call for action to end discrimination against cancer survivors
Publication date: Available online 19 May 2018 Source:Journal of Cancer Policy Author(s): Helen Saul, Lifang Liu, Françoise Meunier The growing number of cancer survivors in Europe is a tribute to the success of advances in diagnosis and treatment. But many who have survived the disease go on to face discrimination in the workplace and in their financial affairs. Survivors of cancer may have ongoing physical and psychosocial needs but with appropriate support, many can return to active and fulfilled lives, often including work and travel. Long term collaborative research is needed to monitor the late effects of the d...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 20, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Cancer research for better public health policy – A personal view on the role of the International Agency for Research on Cancer in cancer control
Publication date: June 2018 Source:Journal of Cancer Policy, Volume 16 Author(s): Elisabete Weiderpass (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 17, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Resource Utilization and Disaggregated Cost Analysis for Initial Treatment of Melanoma
Conclusion Patterns of resource utilization and costs for initial treatment of melanoma are changing, particularly due to systemic therapy. Understanding these patterns and forecasting of future changes are critical for sustainable budgetary planning. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Projections of burden of cancers: A new approach for measuring incidence cases for India and its states – Till 2025
Conclusion In view of increasing burden of cancers, there is burning need to initiate focused on control measures to combat the same. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 27, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Poor physical function, relationship problems and alcohol use are predictors of increased overall mortality in Swedish cancer patients: 27-years follow-up study in Stockholm County
Conclusions Poor physical function is a predictor of increased mortality among subjects with diagnosis of cancer. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 21, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Trends in mammography use in the Brazilian public healthcare system
Conclusions Screening mammography rates were much lower than recommended in target age groups for mammography in Brazil and both types of mammograms were recorded for women younger than usually recommended. More appropriate use of mammography and better use of resources, will likely improve the outcomes of breast cancer in Brazilian women in a country with wide socio-economic differences, as well as minimise the potential risks associated with mammography in younger women. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 13, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The US Food and Drug Administration ’s Use of Pathologic Complete Response As Regulatory Endpoint: Did it Pay Off?
Publication date: Available online 12 April 2018 Source:Journal of Cancer Policy Author(s): Jia Luo, Vinay Prasad In 2013, the US FDA granted pertuzumab (Perjeta, Genentech/Roche) accelerated approval (AA) for the neo-adjuvant treatment of HER2 positive breast cancer. Approval was later extrapolated to the adjuvant setting by the NCCN and many providers. Pertuzumab remains the first and only drug to utilize an improvement in the rate of pathologic complete response (pCR), as the endpoint for regulatory approval. At the time the FDA utilized pCR as the basis for approval, their own analysis had suggested no correlation ...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 13, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Socioeconomic changes in Brazil impacted breast cancer indexes at the beginning of the 21st century?
Conclusions Human Development Index was related to increases in breast cancer mortality in Brazil. Besides, the changes in income inequality indexes occurred in Brazil were not sufficient to impact the age-standardized mortality and hospital admission rate due to breast cancer. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 13, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Evaluating the frequency of breast cancer risk factors in women referred to mammography center for breast cancer screening: a report from south part of Iran
Conclusion Due to the low performance of women in using screening methods such as mammography and breast self-examination, it seems necessary to design programs in order to educate women about methods of breast cancer screening. Also, it appears essential to establish changes in lifestyle such as changing diet and pay more attention to physical activity that can reduce the risk of breast cancer. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 13, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
