Zambia: MOH PS Bemoans High Cases Of Childhood Cancer

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: September 26, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia: MOH PS Bemoans High Cases Of Childhood Cancer

The Permanent Secretary of Zambia's Ministry of Health has expressed concern over the high number of childhood cancer cases in the country. He emphasized the need to improve early detection and access to treatment to address this growing issue. No specific data on the number of cases or causes was provided.

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