Milken Institute Report Identifies Gaps in Women's Cancer Care, Proposes Solutions
A new report from the Milken Institute Women’s Health Network highlights significant gaps in cancer care systems for women across various life stages. The report, which draws on published research and insights from over 20 oncologists, clinicians, and patient advocates at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting, maps women's cancer experiences from childhood through survivorship. It identifies critical points where prevention, screening, treatment, and survivorship care often fail. Key areas for improvement include expanding prevention efforts, such as HPV vaccination through schools and community sites, and improving transitions between different stages of care, like pediatric to adult care or screening to follow-up. The report also emphasizes the need to integrate female-specific care, such as fertility counseling and menopause support, into routine oncology practice.
