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Angola, a country grappling with prevalent tropical diseases such as malaria, is witnessing an alarming rise in cancer-related deaths. Despite the escalating significance of cancer globally and in Angola, the nation’s medical schools lack compulsory oncology disciplines in their curricula. This absence compromises the comprehensive training of medical students, preventing the development of integrated perspectives and skills crucial for addressing the growing cancer burden. This article, authored by the Angolan Oncology Research Group (AORG), proposes an oncology program for undergraduate medical students in Angola, aiming to bridge the educational gap. The program outlines discipline objectives, topics to be covered, class formats, and workload considerations.
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da Rocha, J.W., Silva, F.d.C.d. & Lara Santos, L. Oncology Education in Angola: Current Status and Recommendations for Improvement. J Canc Educ (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13187-024-02444-7
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13187-024-02444-7