Cancer Epidemiol
October 2017
Introduction: The Solomon Islands, with a population of 550,000, has significant challenges in addressing non-communicable diseases, including cancer, in the face of significant economic, cultural, general awareness and health system challenges.
Objectives: To summarise the existing knowledge regarding cancer in the Solomon Islands, to gather new data and make recommendations.
Methods: A literature review was undertaken and cancer data from the National Referral Hospital, Honiara were analysed and are presented.