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Self-identifying transgender individuals assigned female at birth face three key barriers when seeking care for breast or gynecologic cancers. These barriers include lack of awareness, such as health care avoidance or pronoun misuse within the health care system; access challenges, including limited insurance coverage or identifying trans-competent clinicians; and clinical challenges, including mental or physical health concerns. https://lnkd.in/eYa4EP4s

Health as a human right, and #CancerCare as a human priority. On the occasion of #WorldHealthDay and the World Health Organization’s anniversary, this year's theme "My health, my right" underscores the urgency to hasten our response to the increasing frequency of sudden health shifts impacting numerous lives. Data presented in a recent report (https://ow.ly/Mpye50R93Gf) shows that #UniversalHealthCoverage, which aims to ensure quality health services for all individuals regardless of their location, has still a long way to go, especially in #oncology. 📌To learn more about this topic, read Dario Trapani’s article in the #ESMODailyReporter. https://ow.ly/JrFW50R93Ck

Despite increased efforts in cancer screening, the persistent health disparities between Black and white populations remain a significant challenge. These disparities are deeply rooted in systemic issues, including access to quality care, socioeconomic factors, and underlying biases within the healthcare system. To truly address these inequities, we need a comprehensive approach that goes beyond screening. It requires targeted interventions, community engagement, and a commitment to addressing the social determinants of health. By focusing on these broader issues, we can work towards a healthcare system that delivers equitable outcomes for all, regardless of race. #HealthEquity #Healthcare #HealthcareDisparities

I'm happy to see the U.S. #PreventiveServicesTaskForce recommend this. World Health Organization recommendations are rather complex. #BreatCancer kills >500,000 #women each year. In resource–poor settings, most #women with #BreastCancer are diagnosed at an advanced stage of disease, and their 5-year survival rates are low (10% – 40%).  In settings where early detection and basic treatment are accessible, the 5-year survival rate for early localized #BreastCancer is >80%. Download the World Health Organization position paper below : https://lnkd.in/gXMsQV4q

Patient care and social determinants of the health will be negatively affected

#Breastcancer is a significant cause of death among women in lower-income countries due to late-stage #diagnosis, delayed #treatment, and limited access to essential care. Solutions include enhancing #healthcare infrastructure, expanding #diagnostic services, and empowering women to advocate for #policychange. World Health Organization NPR #WorldCancerDay2024 #cancerresearch #cancerawareness #cancerprevention

Universal Health Coverage (#UHC) is not just about ensuring that patients are not faced with financial difficulties when seeking medical care, but also that they receive the care they need. However, there is a shortage of global healthcare workers, including laboratory specialists and radiologists, which means that technology solutions will be required to improve the speed of diagnosis, expand access to specialists through telemedicine, and overcome barriers to care. This is especially important for improving early detection and treatment of breast cancer. #worldcancerday #breastcancer #digitalhealth

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is extremely emotional and can also be accompanied by so many additional concerns - which apart from concerns about the impact on those close to us, rely very heavily on our personal financial situation. Therefore employers have a very important role to play here. This is an interesting article about how employers can help those who are working with cancer. #health #wellbeing

As the More in Common Alliance continues to grow, we will see results like this improve. We are dedicated to serving underserved communities. Having a physician in low income, rural, and/or communities of color that looks like them or is from that community will improve health outcomes. Prevention and early intervention measures will close the gap in #healthequity. #MoreIn2024

Early detection remains paramount, emphasizing the need for enhanced awareness and screening initiatives targeting adults under 50. Encouraging regular health check-ups and advocating for age-appropriate screenings can play a pivotal role in identifying potential issues at their earliest, most treatable stages, in line with what Cigna Healthcare International Health and Cigna Healthcare Americas have published recently: https://lnkd.in/gMB5wNAP. Together, we can unravel the complexities behind the rise and work towards strategies that safeguard the health of the younger generation. #cancerawareness #earlydetection #cignahealthcare