Reducing Cancer Mortality Inequalities: The Role of Education, Socioeconomic Factors, and Digital Ecosystem Interventions

Abstract

Cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, with education and socio-economic status emerging as critical determinants of health outcomes. This review synthesizes global evidence on the impact of educational attainment and socioeconomic disparities on cancer mortality, emphasizing how structural inequalities hinder access to timely diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care. While traditional health systems often fail to address these disparities effectively, the rapid growth of digital ecosystems offers transformative opportunities. Digital marketplaces for healthcare services, telemedicine platforms, social media based awareness campaigns, and innovative health-tech startups can mitigate barriers related to low income and limited health literacy. Furthermore, the integration of information systems, digital collaboration tools, and knowledge management frameworks enables policymakers, practitioners, and communities to create inclusive, technology-driven solutions. This paper positions cancer mortality not only as a public health challenge but also as a socio-technical issue that demands sustainable digital interventions. By linking education, socio economic status, and mortality with digital entrepreneurship and organizational innovations, the study contributes to ongoing discussions on building resilient, equitable, and technology enabled socioeconomic ecosystems in global healthcare.