Title of the research:

Evidence-Based Approach To The Evaluation And Planning Of Breast Cancer Services In Vietnam

 

Background: There is limited data related to breast cancer services in Vietnam. Data that has been collected shows that (compared to international data) detection of breast cancer often tends to be late, that the age of diagnosis tends to be young, and that services are limited by resources and capacity.

 

Objectives:

To undertake a population-based evaluation of the accessibility, affordability, and appropriateness of breast cancer services (detection, diagnosis & treatment) in Vietnam.

 

Time period:

February to July 2017

 

Research sites:

Hanoi, Bac Giang, Hue, Dong Thap

 

Methodology:

Mixed-method, multi-site, and multi-level methodology, using an adapted SARA (Service Availability and Readiness Assessment) model (WHO) to focus on services specifically related to breast cancer, and incorporating qualitative elements will be used

 

Implementing agency:

Hanoi University of Public Health and Queen’s University Belfast

 

Collaborating agency:

Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Dong Thap Medical College, Department of Health of Bac Giang, Hue and Dong Thap Province

 

Sponsorship agency:

Department for the Economy (WE) - Global Challenge Research Fund (GCRF)

Newton Fund

 

Source: Center for Population Health Sciences (CPHS) - Hanoi University of Public Health