In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking development in Nigeria's healthcare system. The Nigerian government has officially declared cancer a notifiable disease, mandating all public and private healthcare providers to report cancer cases to a centralized registry. This initiative aims to create a comprehensive database that accurately reflects the burden of cancer in Nigeria, enabling better resource allocation, policy formulation, and monitoring of interventions.

Our guest is Her Excellency, Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, a renowned cancer advocate, board member of the Union for International Cancer Control, and founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation. She provides valuable insights into the significance of this new mandate, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and the potential for improved cancer care and outcomes in Nigeria.

Join us as we delve into the details of this important story, the current state of cancer data in Nigeria, and the collaborative efforts needed to enhance cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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Topics Discussed:

• The new mandate declaring cancer a notifiable disease in Nigeria
• The importance of comprehensive cancer data collection
• The role of the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT)
• Insights from Her Excellency Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu on the impact and opportunities of this development
• How improved data collection can enhance cancer care in Nigeria

Don't miss this informative episode!

Guest: Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, cancer advocate, board member of the Union for International Cancer Control, and founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation

Host: Paul Adepoju, PhD

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