FG prioritises hepatitis B, C prevention to curb liver cancer
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to prevent and detect liver cancer early by strengthening the prevention and control of hepatitis B and C, the Minister of State for Health, Dr Adekunle Salako, has said. Salako spoke on Thursday in Abuja at the 5th Africa Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Cancer Consortium Conference, where cancer specialists, researchers and healthcare Read More:…
The Federal Government in Nigeria has stepped up its efforts to prevent and detect liver cancer early by focusing on the prevention and control of hepatitis B and C, according to Dr Adekunle Salako, Minister of State for Health. Speaking at the 5th Africa Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Cancer Consortium Conference in Abuja, the minister emphasized the importance of vaccination, screening, diagnosis and treatment to curb liver cancer.
Nigeria's cancer response has been challenged by late diagnosis, insufficient specialized services, skilled personnel shortages, and limited access to advanced treatments. The government aims to strengthen prevention, early detection, and expand diagnostic and treatment services under the National Strategic Cancer Control Plan. Collaboration among various stakeholders, including government institutions, professional bodies, academia, civil society, and the private sector, is crucial to improving cancer outcomes in the country.
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