New research led by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) reveals the role of Streptococcus anginosus bacteria in stomach cancer, shedding light on preventive strategies.
In Nigeria, the burden of cancer continues to escalate, posing a substantial threat to public health and welfare.
Celebrated globally on February 15 each year, ICCD is an international collective effort to increase awareness of childhood cancer.
Excess consumption of sugary beverages is linked to increased cancer risk, in addition to other Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
79,000 lives lost, 124,000 cases surge annually
The body urges the Nigerian government to tackle the alarming surge in cancer-related deaths by raising tobacco and alcohol taxes.
Stakeholders in the health sector have called for a 20 per cent per litre tax increase on sugary drinks, even as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu promises to increase the health sector budget to 10 per cent, reach 50 million vulnerable Nigerians with health insurance.
Researchers warn of potential cancer risk as the WHO acknowledges the need for further investigation into the widely used sweetener.
It describes them as public health and national security threats, as they sell fake and substandard medicines, and partner criminal networks to distribute and sell psychoactive drugs and narcotics.
The Institutes has the mandate to combat cancer and further advance the field of oncology, especially with regards to treatment and care of cancer, in the country.
Urged Nigerians to desist from purchasing and consuming unapproved herbal products, as they can lead to body systems damage, death. Launch full-scale surveillance and monitoring to apprehend perpetrators.
The deal will add innovative targeted therapies to Pfizer’s portfolio of cancer treatments.
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In commemoration of Breast cancer awareness month held throughout October, Medicaid Cancer Foundation hosts Nigeria’s biggest cancer walk