Saihi rencontre le président du Comité national de l’Initiative présidentielle de la santé de la femme en Egypte et membre du CIRC
Summary of Meeting on Cancer Prevention and Care
On a recent occasion in Algiers, the Minister of Health, Abdelhak Saihi, convened with Hesham Ahmed Gaballah El Ghazaly, the president of the Egyptian national initiative for women’s health and a member of the Scientific Council of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). The two discussed their respective countries’ strategies and experiences in combating cancer, amidst the National Assizes for Cancer Prevention and Control.
Commitment to Cancer Care
During the meeting, which also included Adda Bounedjar, president of the National Commission for Cancer Prevention and Control, Minister Saihi reaffirmed Algeria’s strong commitment to enhancing cancer care. He emphasized a patient-centered approach, prioritizing the needs of cancer patients within the national healthcare system. This commitment involves the development of a comprehensive strategy that leverages all available resources—both material and human—to improve the care of affected individuals.
Preventive Measures and Cross-Departmental Coordination
Saihi highlighted preventive care as crucial to managing cancer, advocating for inter-ministerial coordination to tackle risk factors associated with the disease. Among these factors are harmful substances like food colorants and preservatives, which he urged to be addressed collaboratively across various sectors.
Egyptian Experiences Shared
El Ghazaly presented insights from Egypt’s cancer control initiatives, noting positive outcomes achieved through preventive efforts and early screening. He asserted that timely detection significantly increases the chances of successful treatment for various cancer types. Furthermore, he mentioned Egypt’s emphasis on local production of anticancer drugs and the importance of training healthcare personnel in modern diagnostic and treatment methodologies.
Conclusion
Both nations recognize the gravity of cancer as a public health crisis and the necessity for cooperative efforts to enhance care delivery and prevention strategies. The collaboration between Algeria and Egypt aims to learn from each other’s experiences, ultimately improving healthcare responses to cancer in both countries.
This meeting is a significant step toward a more robust framework for addressing cancer, highlighting the importance of prevention, early detection, and comprehensive patient care strategies in the fight against this disease.
