Learning Objectives
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To know the required criteria for the creation of a pediatric oncology unit
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To know how to organize different activities of pediatric oncology unit
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To be aware of the importance of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and national and international support
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To Identify and prevent burnout syndrome of medical specialists
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Harif, M., Stefan, D.C. (2017). Organization of Care for Children with Cancer in Africa. In: Pediatric Cancer in Africa. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-17936-0_4
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