Possible Association of Typhoon Hagibis and the COVID-19 Pandemic on Patient Delay in Breast Cancer Patients: a case report (preprint)

Little is known on how disasters interact in their impacts on patient care. We experienced a breast cancer patient whose initial presentation was delayed for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Typhoon Hagibis. Increasing awareness is needed on the combined impacts of disasters on breast cancer management.

Shortcomings of telemedicine and importance of uninterrupted cancer care during the COVID-19 pandemic: A case report of advanced breast cancer in Fukushima, Japan (preprint)

We experienced an advanced breast cancer patient who failed to receive diagnostic imaging despite regular video conferences with her physician during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in delayed liver metastasis detection. Recognizing shortcomings of telemedicine and collaboration among medical institutions for uninterrupted cancer care is imperative during the pandemic.