The Backlog in Breast Cancer Care
The challenges faced by hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic have severely impacted cancer care. While the recommendations and guidelines put forth by organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Public Health Agency of Canada have helped safeguard patients, staff and healthcare workers against the pandemic, they have also forced hospitals and clinics into the difficult position of attempting to do more with less, while prioritizing patients’ care based on risk for poorer outcomes.