Abstract:
Colonialism’s enduring impact on Brazil has had significant implications for health and oncology outcomes. This
historical essay delves into the profound changes brought about by the transatlantic slave trade from Africa to the
Americas, particularly in terms of its influence on the economy, sociocultural habits, and health outcomes. This essay
explores the enduring connections between the colonial period’s operational dynamics in Brazil and the current
epidemiological panorama of head and neck cancer (HNC). The examination provides original insights on the role of
tobacco and alcohol production and consumption, alongside the investigation of structural racism, which contributes
to disparities in access to diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for patients with HNC. This article presents novel
visions and an analysis of evidence-based strategies to disrupt the adverse impact of colonialism’s legacy on the
epidemiology of HNC in Brazil.
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THE USE OF AI AND AI-ASSISTED TECHNOLOGIES STATEMENT : AI and AI-assisted technologies, specifically ChatGPT/OpenAI, were
employed in the refinement of this manuscript to enhance clarity and
streamline the textual structure. Following the utilization of these tools,
the authors meticulously reviewed and edited the content, assuming full
responsibility for the final publication. OpenAI’s GPT-3.5 language
model was used on December 28, 2023.
