Adherence to Treatment and Side Effect Management in Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women across the world. In developed countries, recent years have seen dramatic improvements in survival rates for women living with this condition, which have been attributed to widespread screening and improved treatment. The success of such treatment is dependent on a high level of adherence, however, it is surprisingly common for women with breast cancer to miss doses or stop taking their preventative treatment altogether. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, leading to almost half a million deaths per year. While the incidence of breast cancer is increasing, survival rates have improved dramatically in developed countries.