Ethiopia Aims to Transform Cancer Care with New Radiation Tech

Ethiopia plans major upgrades for cancer care across the country. Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh shared the news at a big health meeting held in Addis Ababa. The government wants to build better hospitals and help more people fight cancer. Officials from around the world came to hear about these changes. The meeting brought together health experts and atomic energy specialists.

The deputy prime minister talked about using nuclear technology to treat cancer patients. He said this new approach will help doctors find cancer earlier and save more lives. Ethiopia already runs successful health programs that reach rural areas. The country also works on environmental projects that improve public health. Leaders want other nations to help with more than just money.

Health Minister Mekdes Daba promised to expand cancer treatment services nationwide. The government is building new cancer centers in several cities right away. These facilities will focus on finding cancer early, especially in kids. Doctors will set up smaller clinics that specialize in treating children with cancer. The country is also updating its cancer control plan to cover prevention, screening, treatment and comfort care for patients.