Why Cancer Cases Are Alarming In Nigeria - Varsity Don
A Nigerian professor has highlighted a growing cancer crisis in the country, driven by late diagnosis, poor awareness, and misconceptions about the disease. He emphasizes the critical role of pathology in effective cancer care and treatment.
Why it matters
Addressing the high mortality rate of cancer in Nigeria requires systemic improvements in medical infrastructure, public education, and diagnostic capabilities.
A professor of Gastrointestinal and Urogenital Malignancies at the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Prof. Emmanuel Kunle Abudu, has raised the alarm over the rising cases of cancer, especially breast malignancy among Nigerianwomen.
The article reports on academic findings regarding a public health crisis without political or ideological bias.
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