- Geographic remoteness-impacts ability to obtain health
services on a timely basis, close to home, transportation,
inclement weather etc.
- Low-density populations-low economies of scale therefore
making costs of services and program higher than in more
densely populated areas.
- Fewer Physicians, Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners
and other Regulated Healthcare Professionals.
- Reduced timely access to Tertiary Care Centres.
- Decreased availability of community based services and
non-acute care resources.
Oncology nurses providing care across the cancer continuum
e.g. screening, cancer treatment need to be aware of these
challenges to advocate and support patients. |
