Childhood cancer has emerged as a leading cause of mortality, as infection risks eg HIV, TB, Malaria & Pneumonia are being better controlled. Childhood cancer, especially Burkitt lymphoma, can be treated successfully with at least 50% cure rates. Wilms’ tumour and retinoblastoma can also be treated successfully at affordable costs. With early detection and improved access to treatment, we can do a lot to help reduce child mortality from cancer.

AfrOx is supporting the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra as part of a 5 year programme to improve childhood cancer survival rates in Ghana.This programme will contribute funding to make drugs more affordable for families; help raise awareness of the signs & symptoms of childhood cancers to promote early diagnosis;and it will provide training for medical staff in the unit.We have set up a partnership with the Royal Hospital for Sick Children,Edinburgh& they will provide mentoring and training.