The federal government has launched an association to eliminate cervical cancer in Nigeria, to achieve the objectives of the World Health Organization (WHO) 90-70-90 by 2030.
The Association for the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in Nigeria (Peccin) was launched in a ceremony held in the Banquet Hall of the State House in Abuja.
The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, said that the association was a crucial step to eliminate cervical cancer in Nigeria, which affirms the life of many women due to ignorance, the late presentation for the attention and infrastructure of suboptimal treatment.
He said: “We have had a very incredible event today; it is a great honor for me to deliver these special comments in this historical event, the official launch of the Association for the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in Nigeria,” Salako said.
The minister chose the first lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for his passionate and constant support for the elevation of the health and well -being of the Nigerians, particularly in the area of ​​prevention and control of cancer.
He said that the National Working Group for the Elimination of Cervical Cancer, led by Professor Isaac Folorune Adewole, has been working diligently to update his mandate.
“The working group has developed a concise policies, high -level defense visits organized and support through society mobilized for the elimination of cervical cancer.”
“The Federal Government has also reconstituted and revitalized its technical working group group to improve the country's capacity for cancer staging, treatment planning, response monitoring and recurrence detection.”
“To reduce the financial burden of cancer treatment, the federal government has continued to approve resources to maintain the cancer health fund.”
“The government is also working to create a catastrophic health insurance fund to support patients with cancers and other chronic finance diseases.”
“The launch of the association is a significant milestone in Nigeria's efforts to eliminate cervical cancer.”
“With the federal government's commitment, the support of the partners and the dedication of health professionals, Nigeria can achieve the OMS 90-70-90 objectives and make cervical cancer a rare disease in the country.”
“The association will work to mobilize resources, create awareness and provide access to detection and treatment services for cervical cancer.”
“It will also promote primary and secondary cancer prevention, including vaccination for vaccination cancers prior to cervical cancer,” he said.
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