Diagnostic imaging plays a vital role in the accurate diagnosis, monitoring, and management of cancer. To support radiology teams in Africa, BVGH, in collaboration with the Global Health Catalyst, organized and led a 13-session digital lecture series aimed at boosting radiological capacity in the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, andContinue reading “Strengthening Radiology Capacity at AAI Hospitals”
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Pathologists Gain New Skills in Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial to improving breast cancer patient outcomes. BVGH launched a two-part digital training program to build knowledge and confidence among pathologists in Africa – whose patients are largely diagnosed with late-stage disease. The AAI Breast Cancer Pathology digital training covered invasive breast carcinoma, diagnostic pathology and staging of breast cancer,Continue reading “Pathologists Gain New Skills in Breast Cancer Diagnosis”
Medical Professionals Given New Insights into the Treatment of Pediatric Cancers
In low- and middle-income countries, pediatric cancer patients have a survival rate of 20-30%. In contrast, children with cancer in a high-income country have an 80% survival rate. The disparities in survival rates of pediatric cancer patients are due to several factors, including healthcare providers’ limited training in pediatric oncology and insufficient awareness of pediatricContinue reading “Medical Professionals Given New Insights into the Treatment of Pediatric Cancers”
Advancing Colorectal Cancer and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Care
Liver (HCC) and colorectal (CRC) cancer are the 4th and 5th most common cancers in Africa, accounting for 6.2% and 5.9% of all cancer cases. HCC and CRC patients often present to African hospitals with late-stage disease, limiting the availability of treatment options. In 2024, BVGH launched a 12-week digital training program covering treatment practicesContinue reading “Advancing Colorectal Cancer and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Care”
Hospitals Gain Knowledge to Detect and Refer Breast Cancer Cases
Participants of the AAI Breast Cancer Early Detection & Referral Part 1 course In collaboration with the National Cancer Control Program in Kenya, BVGH launched the AAI Breast Cancer Early Detection & Referral Part I digital training program late last year. This 6-session series focused on the multidisciplinary aspects of the early detection of breastContinue reading “Hospitals Gain Knowledge to Detect and Refer Breast Cancer Cases”
Kampe Man: Raising Awareness about Prostate Cancer in Abuja, Nigeria
BVGH partnered with the Medicaid Cancer Foundation (MCF) to launch a multi-event prostate cancer awareness campaign in and around Abuja, Nigeria. Named Kampe Man—which means “strong man” in Pidgin English—the campaign aimed to raise awareness about prostate cancer, including its risk factors, screening methods, and available treatment options. The Kampe Man campaign featured informative sessionsContinue reading “Kampe Man: Raising Awareness about Prostate Cancer in Abuja, Nigeria”
Educational Materials Promote General Cancer Awareness and Guide Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients
In sub-Saharan Africa, approximately 80% of breast cancer patients are diagnosed with late stage (stages III or IV) disease. In contrast, in the U.S. and other high-income countries, only 15% of breast cancer patients are diagnosed with late-stage disease. Across Africa, the lack of awareness and understanding of cancer contributes to these higher rates ofContinue reading “Educational Materials Promote General Cancer Awareness and Guide Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients”
Hospitals Equipped with Skills to Bolster Patient Navigation
At the request of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Enugu, BVGH organized and led a 7-lecture AAI digital training program on cancer patient navigation. This course, which was designed to support UNTH’s patient navigation unit, attracted 600 participants from 37 countries, including 583 participants from 23 African countries. Experts from Ohio State University,Continue reading “Hospitals Equipped with Skills to Bolster Patient Navigation “
Ivorian Laboratory Professionals Gain Experience Managing Cancer Specimens and Diagnosing Blood Cancers
Ms. Lee Davis demonstrates grossing techniques to CHU Cocody healthcare staff The preparation and evaluation of cancer specimens by laboratory staff are vital to understanding a patient’s cancer type and severity – and ultimately ensuring an accurate diagnosis. Building upon its previous training programs for pathologists in Côte d’Ivoire, BVGH partnered with Prof. Brahima Doukouré,Continue reading “Ivorian Laboratory Professionals Gain Experience Managing Cancer Specimens and Diagnosing Blood Cancers”
ASCO, BVGH, and HOGIP Lead Workshop to Improve Palliative Care in Senegal
Palliative care is an essential component of cancer patient management. The practice helps manage patients’ symptoms, improve their quality of life, and ensure patients’ comfort at the end of their lives. Palliative care is particularly important in Africa, where the majority of cancer patients are diagnosed with late-stage diseases, which often have more symptoms andContinue reading “ASCO, BVGH, and HOGIP Lead Workshop to Improve Palliative Care in Senegal”