Wives of some state governors and private organisations have also been actively involved in the fight against cancer treatment/ management. The Medicaid Cancer Foundation in Kebbi State, established by the First Lady, Dr. Zainab Bagudu, is actively involved in cancer treatment and diagnoses in the state. “This is in addition to a new organisation, Cancer Trust Fund, which is on the way, and is aimed at supporting cancer organisations with funds for cancer care and equipment. Lending credence to this, Dr. Durosinmi-etti, told The Guardian that one drug for breast cancer could cost as much as N1m. Regular medical checks like self-breast examination and other age-related breast examinations will help prevent breast cancer.

Source: The Guardian February 04, 2018 04:30 UTC