Report suggests people with breast cancer are being ‘systematically left behind’
by Nina Massey
Apr 15, 2024
3 minutes
Many people with breast cancer are being “systematically left behind” due to inaction on inequities and hidden suffering, experts have said.
A new global report suggests people with the condition are continuing to face glaring inequalities and significant adversity, much of which remains unacknowledged by wider society and policymakers.
The Lancet Breast Cancer Commission highlights a need for better communication between medical staff and patients, and stresses the importance of early detection.
It also highlights the need for improved awareness of breast cancer risk factors, with
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