I am a postgraduate student in pediatrics-university of Nairobi and trying to do my thesis on oncology as the rate of cancer is increasing in Africa.
Perhaps you may start with this article first.
Childhood cancer: maternal perceptions and strategies for coping with diagnosis
Hi, below is a case report that is a father's perception of his child going along the cancer journey.
A humanistic approach to paediatric radiation therapy - One family's journey
Collier, D (2013). International Journal of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Therapy. Vol 19. pp 306-310.
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Fatima, your question represent a great problem statement which could be translated into research in an dissertation study. The lack of research on the subject presents an opportunity. Research on perceptions is usually moved away from because it is difficult to quantify, however I believe we have to target perceptions to determine barriers to access of health care.
Thank you for the great response. Will get back to you on the topic i decide.
You are advised to Contact the National cancer Institute,Bethesda, Maryland,USA for the information you need.
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