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An Analysis Of Socio-Economic Consequences Of Cancer In Nepal, Soumi Roy Chowdhury
An Analysis Of Socio-Economic Consequences Of Cancer In Nepal, Soumi Roy Chowdhury
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This dissertation investigates the socio-economic burden of cancer patients using a primary survey in Nepal. Given the low uptake rate of cancer screening facilities in developing countries, my study covers three important issues: the need of information dissemination on cancer prevention among asymptomatic individuals, the emotional stress of cancer patients in relation to a control group of patients, and the severity of economic burden due to premature cancer related deaths measured at the national and individual levels. In developing countries with low level of information and awareness, it is difficult to communicate the importance of cancer preventative measures to the …