Sunita Ghike
Senior Consultant Gynecologist, National Cancer Institute, India
Publications
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Research Article
Cancer Prevention Across the Life Course: A Global Public Health and Preventive Oncology Perspective with Focus on LMIC Implementation
Author(s): Sunita Ghike*
Background: Cancer is a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, with a rapidly increasing burden in low- and middle- income countries (LMICs). Although advances in treatment have improved outcomes in many high-income settings, prevention remains inadequately integrated into routine health systems in several regions. A life-course approach—addressing exposures and opportunities for intervention from childhood to older age—offers a coherent framework to reduce incidence, promote earlier detection, and improve equity. Objective: To synthesize a life-course model for cancer prevention that integrates global public health principles with preventive oncology strategies and highlights practical implementation options for LMICs, including India. Methods: Narrative review of contemporary evidence and po.. Read More»
