breast cancer in Uganda

Uganda government asked to fight non-communicable diseases

The government of Uganda has been asked to increase its commitment to the fight against non-communicable diseases especially breast cancer. Statistics indicate that 36 out of every 100,000 Ugandans were found with the cancer in 2009, with a current survival rate of 56 cases per 100 patients in developing countries. The chairperson of Uganda women’s cancer […]

Uganda women urged to go for regular breast cancer screening

Cases of breast cancer are on the increasing in Uganda, with experts warning that failure by many women to report for beast screening in health centers is worsening the problem. Statistics indicate that 36 out of every 100,000 Ugandans were found with breast cancer in 2009.  The chairperson of Uganda women’s cancer support organization, Specioza […]