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Manual on the Prevention and Control of Common Cancers

Manual on the Prevention and Control of Common Cancers - Who Regional Publications Western Pacific

Paperback (01 Dec 1998)

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Publisher's Synopsis

A practical manual for the prevention and control of 10 cancers commonly found in countries of the WHO Western Pacific Region. Addressed to health workers, general practitioners, and nurses, the manual aims to increase skills in the screening and early detection of cancer, encourage state-of-the-art treatment, and ensure widespread availability of pain relief and palliative care. The manual also covers several effective preventive strategies, including tobacco control, promotion of a healthy diet, infant vaccination against hepatitis B, and screening for the early detection of breast and cervical cancer.

About the Publisher

World Health Organization

WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends. In the 21st century, health is a shared responsibility, involving equitable access to essential care and collective defence against transnational threats.

Book information

ISBN: 9789290611189
Publisher: World Health Organization
Imprint: World Health Organization
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 331
Weight: 67g
Height: 240mm
Width: 160mm
Spine width: 0mm