Publications by authors named "Tara R Bond"
This commentary provides a detailed overview of the extensive stakeholder engagement efforts critical to the development of the Future of Cancer Impact (FOCI) in Alberta report. The overarching aim of the FOCI report was to support informed and strategic discussions and actions that will help key stakeholders in the province prepare for a future with increasing cancer incidence and survival. Employing a comprehensive approach and a diverse range of engagement activities, insights from a wide spectrum of stakeholders were gathered and subsequently used to shape the content of the report.
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- * The Future of Cancer Impact (FOCI) initiative provides insights into current cancer care and research opportunities in the province, utilizing data from the Alberta Cancer Registry and projections made using R software.
- * By 2040, the five-year prevalence of all cancers is expected to jump 86%, with the overall direct costs of cancer management increasing by 53%, highlighting the need for strategic planning and investments in healthcare.