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Impact of COVID-19 on delivery of oncology services in Northern Tanzania: a cross-sectional study of community health workers and patients undergoing cancer treatment at the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre

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This study sought to ascertain how the COVID-19 pandemic was perceived by oncology patients and CHWs and whether this contributed to disruptions in cancer care in Northern Tanzania. A cross-sectional study was conducted using structured telephone interviews with patients and structured questionnaires completed by CHWs. Primary outcomes for patients included missed appointments … [Read more...] about Impact of COVID-19 on delivery of oncology services in Northern Tanzania: a cross-sectional study of community health workers and patients undergoing cancer treatment at the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre