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Why we are engaging TB clinics in the battle against lung cancer

In Kenya, out of the 794 lung cancer cases reported in 2020, about 729 deaths occurred. [Courtesy]

Cancer is rapidly becoming a global public health issue requiring a more focused public health approach to reduce its impact. November is the lung cancer awareness month. It presents an opportunity for us as a country to retrace our steps and reflect on innovative ways to enhance public awareness on this type of cancer, its risk factors, mitigation and treatment options.

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