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September 10, 2025Journal of Global Health Economics and PolicyOpen Access

Exploring the experiences of individuals with cancer in Uganda during the COVID-19 pandemic

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MBMatida BojangNANatalie AnumoluANAssumpta Nangonzi

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Overview

Qualitative study examines barriers to cancer care and vaccination during COVID-19 in Uganda, highlighting systemic inequities.

Key Points

  • COVID-19 exacerbated existing barriers to cancer care, resulting in significant treatment delays for patients.
  • Participants reported transportation costs surged up to eightfold, greatly impacting rural individuals seeking care.
  • Semi-structured interviews with 30 cancer patients highlighted the need for improved infrastructure and access to resources.
  • Policy changes must focus on subsidized transportation and telehealth solutions to support vulnerable cancer patients.

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Bojang et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23b8fb210217d64785bedhttps://doi.org/10.52872/001c.142169
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