International Journal of Cancer provides open access for World Cancer Day
UICC's flagship journal, the International Journal of Cancer (IJC), is publishing a special open-access issue for World Cancer Day 2025, providing valuable insights into various aspects of cancer research, prevention, and survivorship.
The International Journal of Cancer (IJC) is the official journal of UICC. IJC has a global readership and covers a broad scope of topics relevant to experimental and clinical cancer research.
The IJC is publishing a special open-access issue for World Cancer Day 2025, providing valuable insights into various aspects of cancer research, prevention, and survivorship for a wider audience of researchers, healthcare professionals, cancer advocates, and the general public.
The articles cover the following topics:
The importance of screening and early detection: A study of the barriers to cancer screening in 27 Latin American and Caribbean countries identifies challenges such as inadequate population registers and limited service availability. Another article evaluates a new HPV test for cervical cancer screening in low-resource settings, emphasising the need for improved biomarker tests.
Survivorship and long-term effects: Research from Japan reveals an increasing prevalence of childhood cancer survivors, underscoring the need for long-term follow-up systems and life stage-specific support. In other research, the relationship between kynurenine pathway metabolites and fatigue in colorectal cancer survivors suggests potential intervention targets for improving quality of life.
Treatment outcomes and disparities: A population-based study from Rwanda examines cancer survival rates, highlighting the impact of advanced-stage diagnosis on survival and emphasising the need for improved early detection. Another study explores factors associated with delayed adjuvant chemotherapy in breast cancer patients, revealing disparities related to age and race/ethnicity.
Quality of life and pain management: A study of the prevalence of pain among cancer patients and survivors in France demonstrates its significant impact on quality of life and daily functioning. Another article examines the relationship between psychoactive substance use and cancer-related pain, highlighting the importance of monitoring tobacco and cannabidiol use.
Last update
Wednesday 22 January 2025
