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The Role of Religious Beliefs in Cancer Treatment Decisions Among Patients in Eastern Nigeria (www.kiu.ac.ug)

Religious beliefs play a profound role in shaping health behaviors and medical decision-making among patients in many African societies. In Eastern Nigeria, where Christianity and traditional spirituality coexist, religion often influences how individuals perceive illness, seek care, and adhere to medical treatment. This review examines the intersection between religion and cancer treatment decisions among patients in Eastern Nigeria. It explores how religious interpretations of cancer as a spiritual affliction, divine punishment, or test of faith influence treatment seeking behaviors, adheren…

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