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Women valued clear, compassionate information delivered progressively.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Many women experienced delayed and inconsistent communication about their cancer diagnosis and treatment. Healthcare professionals play a central role in information delivery and should offer clear, timely, and respectful support across the care continuum that is tailored to women\u2019s needs and capacities. 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