The lack of oncology pharmacists in Africa is a bitter pill to swallow. These specialists are essential for safe, effective cancer treatment, yet training in this area has not been sufficiently prioritised. Read more on tinyurl.com/oncologypharma…. AORTIC OncoDaily

Caregivers, especially in Africa, are vital yet frequently overlooked. To support them, focus on clear instructions, managing stress, providing breaks, and involving them in care decisions. Read more: tinyurl.com/caregiverscanc… @OncoDaily AORTIC #54DaysofCancerAdvocacy

Launch of #BeyondZero Cervical Cancer Kairuri Health Centre. This will run for 3 years with #HPVVaccination, screening & referral for treatment access. KILELE Health delights in welcoming the newest partner to EmbuCountyGovernment #ThamaniYetu #KileleChallenge

Informed consent & health literacy are key to patient empowerment. 🏥 Clear explanations and accessible info help patients make informed choices. Read more: tinyurl.com/cancerandconse… @OncoDaily AORTIC #54DaysofCancerAdvocacy #Day25

This paper by #HannahSimba Miriam Mutebi Valerie McCormack & team is an incredible journey in the culturally-rich and ethnically-complex 🌍continent What does it take to develop an #acceptable system-You should take a look to this amazing work! 👇🏻👇🏻 IARC AORTIC Aga Khan University

In healthcare, gratitude is woven into every triumph.🎉 Recently, our tumor board celebrated two patients achieving a complete pathological response—a moment of profound relief and joy. Read more: tinyurl.com/gratitudeincan… @OncoDaily AORTIC #54DaysofCancerAdvocacy #Day26

“No one wants to promote you; they see you as a coffin in waiting,” shared a patient. In Africa, cancer patients face severe legal and workplace discrimination. Read more: tinyurl.com/legalfaceofcan… #54DaysofCancerAdvocacy #Day27 AORTIC @OncoDaily

Do you know that Africa will experience the greatest increase in the world in new cancer cases and cancer deaths between 2022 and 2045? Same for prostate cancer! We can watch this runaway train or do something to STOP it!

MANUSCRIPT WRITING WORKSHOP BY Africa CDC APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 20th 2024 SCHOLARSHIP‼️‼️‼️‼️ Details: DO YOU QUALIFY? africacdc.org/news-item/call… #research #manuscriptwriting #manuscript #scholarship

Placing patients at the center of clinical communication and empowering them is an achievable and necessary goal worldwide regarding ABC treatment.  Find out how this can be done: abcglobalalliance.org/resources#lanc… The Lancet

While alternative and complementary therapies have their place, they should complement, rather than replace, conventional evidence-based medicine. Here are a few tips for patients. Read more: tinyurl.com/cancerandthera… #54DaysofCancerAdvocacy AORTIC OncoDaily National Cancer Institute

@ecancermedicalscience 📰NEW research! Treatment delays for cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa🌍 South Africa as a microcosm 🇿🇦 Read more here ecancer.org for the latest study 🔬🧬✨ ecancer.org/en/journal/art… #CancerResearch #EducationSavesLives

🎙️ New episode of United Against Cancer! Dr. Ahmed Elzawawy and Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu discuss cost-effective treatments and AI in oncology. Suez Canal University Tune in for insights on global cancer care and innovative strategies. Discover the full interview here: oncodaily.com/dialogues/canc…

Basic science is crucial in driving innovation in treatment, early detection, and personalized care. AORTIC Africa leads the way by investing in research to improve patient outcomes across Africa. Read: tinyurl.com/cancerbasicsci… #54DaysOfCancerAdvocacy AORTIC OncoDaily

Happy #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth !! Help celebrate and bring awareness with iCCaRE Consortium and CHERP. Below we have a video with the full schedule for the month! Be sure to turn on post notifications to stay up to date 🙌🏾🙌🏿 youtu.be/CVrdhmOhGrY

VPs @AORTIC_Africa play a crucial role in shaping policy, advancing research, and driving partnerships to improve cancer care across Africa. Their leadership is key to tackling the continent’s cancer burden. Read more: tinyurl.com/aorticvps #54DaysOfCancerAdvocacy @OncoDaily

Highly recommended! Discussant includes AORTIC Education & Training Committee Chair. #CancerResearch #CancerCare #cancers 👇👇

A well-trained oncology workforce is key to fighting cancer in Africa. @AORTIC_Africa equips healthcare professionals through workshops, conferences, & fellowships, fostering collaboration across specialties. Read more: tinyurl.com/AORTICandeduca… @OncoDaily #54DaysOfCancerAdvocacy

In Africa terms like “wound with which we will be buried”—gomou robal (Wolof, Senegal); instill fear & hinder treatment. A 2023 IARC/AORTIC survey shows cancer terms deter patients needing treatment. ➡tinyurl.com/languageofcanc… #54DaysofCancerAdvocacy @OncoDaily

KESHO in partnership with Queen’s Global Oncology Program, Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Canada & AORTIC is pleased to offer 10 bursaries for KICC 2024 Faculty Dev Pre- Conference W/Shop, 20 Nov, Kisumu, Kenya. To apply ➡️ forms.gle/CUGFnLW51wwsyF… Further info ⬇️