City Cancer Challenge

Facing breast cancer requires strength, resilience, and, as Mary-Gloria Orji shares, a great deal of patience. Her message to fellow patients is clear: be patient, even when the challenges seem overwhelming, or progress seems slow. At C/Can, we’re working to ensure that no one has to rely only on patience. No one has to endure lengthy waits and resource shortages simply because of where they live. We’re committed to strengthening local healthcare systems so that every woman can access the care she needs. 💪 #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancer

📢 Good news for researchers! The application deadline for C/Can’s seed funding grants has been extended to 10 November. With up to $5,000 available for each project, these grants are an opportunity to drive meaningful change in local cancer care through health systems and policy research across our network cities. Don’t miss your chance to advance implementation science and make a lasting impact on cancer care in your community. Apply now! ➡️ https://ow.ly/Crnr50TNKU6

When it comes to breast cancer, women are often forced to choose between their own health and caring for their families. Many will put family first, every time. But women are the backbone of every family, and healthy women mean healthy families. That’s why the World Health Organization launched the Global Breast Cancer Initiative (GBCI) in 2021, aiming to reduce breast cancer deaths by 2.5% each year—a target that could save 2.5 million lives over 20 years. Together, WHO and C/Can are advancing this vision, starting in selected cities and scaling up to ensure that all women have the tools to prioritise their health. With the GBCI, we’re tackling health inequities that put women at risk, bringing lifesaving breast cancer care to regional and national levels through WHO’s partnerships with Ministries of Health worldwide. Let’s make women’s health a priority, not an option. Because when women thrive, communities thrive. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancer

A breast cancer diagnosis can feel like the end of the road - overwhelming not only for the person receiving the news but for their entire family. Despite having a sense that something was wrong, life’s demands and a belief that “it won’t happen to me” delayed Adamma in getting the attention she needed. The journey was daunting, but her family’s determination to seek treatment, even travelling abroad for care, underscores the lengths families and caregivers will go to when access to local care is limited. 🌍 At C/Can, we’re committed to ensuring that every woman has timely access to affordable cancer care, no matter where she lives. 💪 Share Adamma's story and be part of the change today. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancer

📊22% of Malaysians hold Private Health Insurance (PHI)—one of the highest rates in South East Asia. However, many still face significant out-of-pocket expenses, even with insurance coverage. Private health insurance often falls short in covering chronic conditions like cancer, leaving patients to bear the financial burden. It’s time to rethink the role of private health insurance in healthcare systems to provide cancer care coverage that truly meets patients' needs. 💡How can PHI evolve to support cancer patients better? Dive into the latest Cancer Control article, written by Michael Gone, Alene Yong, Derrick Z CHAN, and Mathieu Morand, for local insights and international perspectives. Swipe to read more! ⏩ #Insurance #CancerControl #Healthcare #Malaysia

Prof. Nirmala Bhoo Pathy MD PhD is one of the five grantees awarded seed funding in 2023 to advance health systems and policy research projects through an implementation science lens. 🧑🔬 The seed grant has provided the resources necessary to engage diverse stakeholders, allowing her and her research group to gather vital insights that inform the design of their financial navigation programme. 🤝📊 You could be the next one. 🚀 Check the eligibility criteria and apply before 31 October ➡️ https://lnkd.in/duecvb9F #CancerResearch #HealthPolicy #PublicHealth #ResearchGrants

Amplifying stories like Elizabeth’s can help break the silence, combat stigma, and ensure more women receive the care they deserve. 💪 Elizabeth faced criticism and isolation when she first shared her breast cancer journey on social media, but she continued, knowing that her story could inspire others. 💡 Let’s join forces to share awareness and ensure every woman has access to the cancer care she deserves. Share Elizabeth's story and be part of the change today. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancer

🌍 There was a whirlwind of activity in September and October as we participated in three major global health events: the World Cancer Congress in Geneva, the UN General Assembly in New York, and the World Health Summit in Berlin. 💡 Across 10 impactful sessions, we addressed unmet needs in women's cancer care, explored innovative digital health solutions, and shared insights on patient navigation, quality indicators, research, and gender equity. Each event strengthened our resolve to close these critical gaps and drive real change. The past months have been an energising journey, and we have connected and discussed new projects with some incredible people along the way. We're fully charged and committed to driving change where it's needed most. 💪 Join us in transforming cancer care for all! ✨ #WCC2024 #UNA79 #WHS2024 #GlobalHealth #CancerCare

The Global Breast Cancer Initiative (GBCI) aims to reduce breast cancer mortality by 2.5% each year, providing three pillars of action to improve health systems. 🏥 These include: 1️⃣ Health promotion for early detection 2️⃣ Timely diagnosis 3️⃣ Comprehensive cancer care management Read how we are working with our cities and network of health professionals to integrate GBCI recommendations into sustainable care solutions and advance global breast cancer control ➡️ https://ow.ly/OWcK50TFxRe #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancer

📣Nairobi’s cancer care stakeholders, with support from C/Can, have taken a deep dive into data and research, gaining crucial insights into the city’s unique cancer care needs. This draft situational analysis will serve as a foundation for writing a strategic plan that will guide them in co-developing practical solutions to shape city-wide cancer care—because where you live and who you are shouldn’t define the care you receive. 🌍 🚀 Starting in January 2025, the strategic plan will focus on launching and executing key projects that address the specific challenges and opportunities in Nairobi’s cancer care landscape. By identifying these critical areas, stakeholders are paving the way for effective and sustainable solutions tailored to Nairobi’s needs, driving positive change for patients and health systems. Read more➡️ https://lnkd.in/dDiZbUa3 Suzanne Silantoi. L #Nairobi #CancerCare #Kenya