Journal-based CME Course: How Should Low- and Middle-Income Countries Motivate Equity in Cancer Prevention and Control?

Activity ID

10842

Expires

January 24, 2026

Format Type

Journal-based

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: AMA Journal of Ethics

Description of CME Course

Cancer continues to be a prominent cause of morbidity and mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Many LMICs, however, lack adequate data to better understand and respond to trends in cancer incidence. This article highlights crucial roles that government and public-private coalitions can play in cancer surveillance in LMICs. In particular, local and global investment in LMICs can build essential structures for cancer prevention and early detection, including public health surveillance systems and cancer control coalitions. Using examples from LMICs that show the promises and pitfalls of these approaches, this article argues that comprehensive cancer control can motivate health equity.

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1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Explain a new or unfamiliar viewpoint on a topic of ethical or professional conduct
2. Evaluate the usefulness of this information for health care practice, teaching, or conduct
3. Decide whether and when to apply the new information to health care practice, teaching, or conduct

Keywords

Ethics, Cancer Screening, Prevention, Control, Oncology, Global Health

Competencies

Medical Knowledge, Professionalism

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/amajethics.2020.147