The Lancet Breast Cancer Commission: tackling a global health, gender, and equity challenge

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Maternally Orphaned Children and Intergenerational Concerns Associated With Breast Cancer Deaths Among Women in Sub-Saharan Africa

Moses Galukande et al.

Summary: This study estimated that for every 100 breast cancer deaths in sub-Saharan African settings from 2014-2019, there were 210 children becoming maternal orphans. The results highlight the significant intergenerational consequences associated with breast cancer deaths in the region.

JAMA ONCOLOGY (2021)

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Editorial Material Oncology

The Global Breast Cancer Initiative: a strategic collaboration to strengthen health care for non-communicable diseases

Benjamin O. Anderson et al.

LANCET ONCOLOGY (2021)

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Review Medicine, General & Internal

Breast cancer

Sibylle Loibl et al.

Summary: Breast cancer diagnosis and treatment have become increasingly complex, incorporating various biomarkers and neoadjuvant therapies, with de-escalation schemes for radiotherapy now becoming standard practice.

LANCET (2021)

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Gaps in Care and Support for Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer: A Report From the Advanced Breast Cancer Global Alliance

Lesley Fallowfield et al.

Summary: The workshop highlighted the significant challenges faced by patients with advanced breast cancer, including knowledge gaps, patient-provider relationships, coordination of multidisciplinary care, limited access to clinical trials, and insufficient support for caregivers. Tangible actions are required to address these unmet needs and improve quality of care for patients with ABC.

JCO GLOBAL ONCOLOGY (2021)

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