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Galip Can Uyar: Can Survivor Stories Heal Distress?

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Jun 30, 2025, 04:43

Galip Can Uyar: Can Survivor Stories Heal Distress?

Galip Can Uyar, Medical Doctor at Etlik City Hospital, shared on X about a recent paper by Yehoda M. Martei et al. published in JCO Global Oncology:

“Can survivor stories heal distress?

In Botswana, over 67% of breast cancer patients reported moderate-to-high distress. This pilot study found that peer-led survivor videos reduced distress and alleviated fear and body image concerns.

Cultural relevance matters.

29% drop in distress after two videos.

A low-cost, scalable psychosocial intervention for LMICs.

Read full study.”

Title: Baseline Distress and Effectiveness of Survivor Video Narratives on Cancer-Associated Distress in Botswana: A Pilot Study

Authors: Yehoda M. Martei, Maanasa Gurram, Lebogang T. Mokokwe, Ngwao Ngwako, Keaobaka Kebuang, Dipho I. Setlhako, Peter Vuylsteke, Baaitse Bontswanetse, Tumisang Segadimo, Mosepele Mosepele, Lawrence N. Shulman, Frances Barg, Babe E. Gaolebale

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