ArticleOncology and therapy2024
From Incidence to Intervention: A Comprehensive Look at Breast Cancer in South Africa.
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- Where do delays occur? A systematic review of the barriers to early breast cancer diagnosis across South Africa's health system.BMJ open · 2026Pooled it
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- Addressing Domestic Abuse Among Couples Experiencing Breast or Gynecologic Cancer in Africa.Clinical journal of oncology nursing · 2025Article
- Female breast cancer trends: A South African perspective.SA journal of radiology · 2025Article
- PRR13 expression as a prognostic biomarker in breast cancer: correlations with immune infiltration and clinical outcomes.Frontiers in molecular biosciences · 2025Article
- A model for promoting breast self-examination among rural South African women in KwaZulu-Natal.Health SA = SA Gesondheid · 2025Article
- AI-enabled POCUS for breast cancer risk stratification in a resource-limited tertiary clinic.SA journal of radiology · 2025Article
- Global burden and attributable risk factors of breast cancer in young women: historical trends from 1990 to 2019 and forecasts to 2030 by sociodemographic index regions and countries.Journal of global health · 2024Article
- Equitable inclusion of diverse populations in oncology clinical trials: deterrents and drivers.ESMO open · 2024Review
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Abstract
The formidable impact of breast cancer extends globally, with South Africa facing pronounced challenges, including significant disparities in breast cancer screening, treatment and survival along ethnic and socioeconomic lines. Over the last two decades, breast cancer incidence has increased and now accounts for a substantial portion of cancers in women. Ethnic disparities in terms of screening, incidence and survival exacerbate the issue, leading to delayed diagnosis among Black patients and highlighting healthcare inequities. These concerning trends underscore the urgency of enhancing breast cancer screening while mitigating treatment delays, although obstacles within the healthcare system impede progress. The intersection of breast cancer and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) further complicates matters and particularly affects the Black population. Tackling the aforementioned disparities in breast cancer in South Africa mandates a multifaceted strategy. Robust screening efforts, particularly those targeting marginalised communities, are crucial for early detection. Concurrently, expedited treatment initiation is imperative. Addressing HIV-related complexities requires tailored interventions to ensure effective care. These multifaceted disparities require pan African research and cooperation as well as tailored interventions to enhance breast cancer care within the African region.
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