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Neal A Palafox1, Dioreme Navasca1, Lee E Buenconsejo-Lum1
1University of Hawai'i.
Cancer Control (Woodbridge, Suffolk, England)
|October 28, 2024
Summary
Pacific Island nations face cancer control challenges. Community partners built infrastructure for cancer prevention and control, navigating this journey together.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Cancer Control
- Pacific Island Health
Background:
- Cancer prevention and control efforts in Pacific Island nations and territories present unique challenges.
- Diverse stakeholders and community partners are crucial for developing regional cancer control infrastructure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the 'Pacific Cancer Control voyagers' and their collective journey.
- To outline the infrastructure and collaborative efforts for cancer control in the Pacific region.
Main Methods:
- This study uses a narrative approach.
- It identifies key partners and stakeholders involved in cancer control initiatives.
Main Results:
- Infrastructure for cancer control has been successfully developed through collaborative partnerships.
- The narrative highlights the collective journey and future aspirations of cancer control advocates in the region.
Conclusions:
- The development of a robust infrastructure is key to advancing cancer prevention and control in the Pacific.
- Continued collaboration among Pacific Island nations and territories is essential for sustained progress in cancer control.
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