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National cancer control programs and setting priorities.

J Stjernswärd, K Stanley, D Eddy

    Cancer Detection and Prevention
    |January 1, 1986
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    Implementing cancer research findings is slow. Focusing on prevention and early detection, especially for lung, oral, and liver cancers, can significantly reduce the global cancer burden.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Public Health
    • Cancer Control

    Background:

    • Significant global resources are invested in cancer research, yet efficient implementation of findings is lacking.
    • Current cancer control activities are often uncoordinated and developed haphazardly.
    • Knowledge exists for preventing common cancers like lung, oral, and liver cancer.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the gap between cancer research investment and implementation.
    • To advocate for systematic approaches in national cancer control planning.
    • To emphasize the potential of prevention and early detection strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of current global cancer research allocation and implementation efforts.
    • Analysis of existing knowledge on cancer causes, prevention, and early detection.

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  • Proposal of a systematic, stepwise approach for national cancer control.

    • Main Results:

    • Effective prevention strategies exist for common cancers.
    • Early detection programs are available for cervical, breast, and oral cancers.
    • At least one-third of cancer patients are curable with early detection and treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • National cancer control efforts require systematic planning: assessment, objective setting, strategy evaluation, and prioritization.
    • Well-planned national strategies focusing on prevention and early detection can substantially reduce the global cancer burden.
    • Cancer prevention and early detection are crucial for both developed and developing countries.