The House of Representatives has called on the federal government to provide free screening and subsidised treatment for patients suffering from all stages of cancer in the country. The decision of the House was sequel to the consideration and adoption of a motion on notice during Wednesday’s plenary, sponsored by the member representing Ibarapa Central/Ido…
The House of Representatives has passed a resolution urging the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare to make cancer screening free in the country to facilitate early detection and treatment. Adopting a motion by Representative Aderemi Oseni, the House expressed concern that the cost of cancer treatment is becoming unaffordable, especially for low-income families…
The World Health Organisation has revealed that 40 people worldwide are diagnosed with cancer every minute. WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Tuesday to mark World Cancer Day. “Every minute, 40 people are diagnosed with #cancer globally and embark on a journey to overcome it. On…
