Ayire Adongo, Regional Coordinator for Sub Saharan Africa at World Child Cancer, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Every year, over 400,000 children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. In high-income countries, 80% survive. In low- and middle-income countries like Ghana, less than 30% do.
In Sub-Saharan Africa, childhood cancer is rising—but access to care remains dangerously low. In Ghana, an estimated 1,200–2,500 children are diagnosed annually, yet many face late diagnosis, high treatment costs, and limited access to specialized care.
This is more than a health crisis—it’s a human rights issue. Every child deserves a fighting chance, regardless of where they live.
- Let’s raise awareness.
- Let’s demand equity.
- Let’s ensure no child is left behind.
Call to Action:
Expand NHIS coverage for childhood cancer. Invest in pediatric oncology infrastructure
Support families with financial and emotional aid. Raise awareness for early diagnosis.”
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