ICW 2026: From Cancer Awareness to Collective Action | Dr. Denise Ejoh & NICRAT on AIT Kakaaki

​In this special Let’s Talk About Cancer edition on AIT Kakaaki, Dr. Denise Ejoh (Founder & CEO, Cormode Cancer Foundation) is joined by leadership from the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) to discuss preparations for International Cancer Week (ICW) 2026 (October 5–9, Abuja) ​Together, they explore critical milestones and pressing challenges facing cancer care in Nigeria: ​Transitioning from cancer awareness campaigns into measurable, life-saving collective action. ​Strengthening national cancer registries and data-driven oncology policies. ​Decentralizing screening via walk-in Preventive Oncology Clinics. ​Addressing chemotherapy and anti-cancer medication shortages, supply chain issues, and price stability. ​Expanding universal health insurance coverage and the National Cancer Health Fund (CHF) for indigent patients. ​📌 Timestamps: ​00:00 – Introduction & Welcome ​01:23 – Theme: From Awareness to Collective Action ​04:15 – Where Nigeria Stands: Milestones & Challenges ​05:48 – The Critical Need for Local Cancer Data & Registries ​08:55 – Walk-In Preventive Oncology Clinics Across Nigeria ​10:24 – Cancer Access Partnership & Radiotherapy Under Insurance ​17:35 – Addressing Drug Availability & Supply Chain Bottlenecks ​21:05 – Local Drug Manufacturing & NAFDAC Collaborations ​23:45 – What to Expect at International Cancer Week (ICW 2026) ​25:08 – Dr. Denise Ejoh’s Closing Call to Action ​🔔 Subscribe to Cormode Cancer Foundation for more insightful discussions, patient support resources, and updates on our nationwide advocacy initiatives. ​🌐 Connect with Cormode Cancer Foundation: ​Website: www.cormodecancerfoundation.org ​Instagram/Facebook: @CormodeCancerFoundation ​ ​#CormodeCancerFoundation #CancerCare #ICW2026 #NICRAT #PublicHealthNigeria #CancerAwareness #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #AITKakaaki