South Sudan's Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga met with WHO officials to enhance the country's cancer control efforts, highlighting prevention and palliative care.
On February 26, 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that South Sudan's government is prioritizing cancer control. This development follows a meeting in Juba between Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga and WHO officials. The discussions focused on improving strategies for cancer prevention, screening, treatment, and palliative care. This signals a key step in mobilizing a more organized approach to cancer within the country.
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