Latin America Special Series Infographic
Journal
JCO Global Oncology
ISSN
2687-8941
Publisher
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Date Issued
2026
Author(s)
Bourlon de los Ríos, María Teresa
Kihn-Alarcón, Alba
Valdez-Sandoval, Paola I.
Type
text::journal::journal article
Abstract
Noncommunicable diseases disproportionately affect low- and middle-income countries, which are projected to account for 75% of global cancer deaths by 2030. Latin America faces unique challenges, including fragmented health systems, limited infrastructure, and significant inequities in access to screening and innovative therapies. This special series in JCO Global Oncology highlights context-specific research from Latin American experts designed to bridge evidence gaps and strengthen regional oncology practice. Key Themes and Findings: Digital Innovation: Studies explore telehealth to expand supportive care in remote areas and online
platforms to address the shortage of geriatric oncology specialists. Precision Medicine: Research emphasizes the need for region-specific genomic data, noting that hereditary cancer patterns in Latin America differ from those in the Global North. While molecular profiling (eg, for “EGFR” and “ALK” in lung cancer) significantly improves survival, access to testing remains a major barrier. © The authors © JCO Global Oncology © American Society of Clinical Oncology.
platforms to address the shortage of geriatric oncology specialists. Precision Medicine: Research emphasizes the need for region-specific genomic data, noting that hereditary cancer patterns in Latin America differ from those in the Global North. While molecular profiling (eg, for “EGFR” and “ALK” in lung cancer) significantly improves survival, access to testing remains a major barrier. © The authors © JCO Global Oncology © American Society of Clinical Oncology.
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Bourlon, M. T., Kihn-Alarcón, A., & Valdez-Sandoval, P. I. (2026). Latin America Special Series Infographic. JCO Global Oncology, 12(4). https://doi.org/10.1200/go-26-00150