How Medical Anthropology Can Contribute to Cancer Research

Carlo Caduff; Shagufta Bhangu

How Medical Anthropology Can Contribute to Cancer Research

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Abstract

Medical anthropology is a social science that uses qualitative methods to better understand how people in different parts of the world perceive and experience illness. This field of study emphasizes research approaches that humanize and add richness to our understanding of cancer in complex settings.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	603-604
Number of pages	2
Journal	NATURE REVIEWS CANCER
Volume	22
Publication status	Published - 1 Jun 2022

Keywords

Medical Anthropology
Cancer
Empirical studies
Experience

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How Medical Anthropology Can Contribute to Cancer Research

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Keywords

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