Thursday 20,Febr-2025 {HMC} Somali government on Wednesday launched a nationwide campaign to address the growing cancer burden in the country, marking a significant step in its commitment to public health and non-communicable disease prevention.
The inaugural event, held in Mogadishu, was attended by several government officials, including Health Minister Dr. Ali Haji Adam, lawmakers, and representatives from international health organizations, including the World Health Organization (WHO), and medical experts.
The Ministry of Health’s Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Program provided a platform to assess the current state of cancer in Somalia, with discussions focusing on strategies to combat its rising prevalence. Health experts at the event underscored the urgent need for action, citing an increasing number of cancer cases reported each year.
During the event, medical studies were presented detailing the various stages of disease across the country. Experts emphasized the importance of early detection, prevention, and improved treatment efforts, urging decisive action to curb the spread of the disease.
According to health professionals, esophageal cancer is the most common form of cancer in Somalia, affecting both men and women. Other prevalent cancers include non-Hodgkin lymphoma, liver cancer, breast cancer, and skin cancer.
The nationwide campaign is a critical step in the government’s initiative to strengthen healthcare services and tackle non-communicable diseases, ensuring better health outcomes for Somali citizens.
