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September 18, 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 BojangMedical College of WisconsinNANatalie AnumoluMedical College of WisconsinANAssumpta NangonziMakerere University

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Qualitative study reveals treatment delays and access barriers for cancer patients in Uganda, indicating urgent need for policy reform.

Key Points

  • COVID-19 severely delayed cancer treatment and appointments for many patients, affecting their care continuity.
  • About 41% of participants were unvaccinated due to fears of side effects and misinformation regarding COVID-19.
  • Participants faced increased transportation costs, overcrowding, and inadequate resources at UCI during the pandemic.
  • Policy changes are needed to improve transportation, provide personal protective equipment, and enhance telehealth services.

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Bojang et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d433a3713b0b5dfea72b93https://doi.org/10.7189/001c.142169
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