By Miriam Mutebi You know that feeling. When a problem seems too big, too entrenched, and……
Category: Cancer
Content about cancer
Why philanthropy is key in mobilising cash for fighting cancer
By Miriam Mutebi For most people philanthropy is synonymous with some billionaire raising funds through their…
Dedicated breast cancer support group unveiled for survivors
Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has launched a dedicated Breast Cancer Support Group as a major…
Why all-inclusive oncology clinical trials are key in fighting cancer
By Miriam Mutebi Clinical trials give critical information on how therapeutic interventions such as drugs, therapies,…
From the frontline: the breast cancer battle we can’t afford to lose
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS A friend once jested that I am married to my…
How expanding access to surgery can boost cancer survival in Africa
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS Cancer deaths remain alarmingly high in Africa, partly due to…
Lessons on how to reduce breast cancer mortalities
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS We need a new mindset if we are to effectively…
Why increasing breast cancer research funding would save lives
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS Eight in 10 women diagnosed with breast cancer in Kenya…
How overcoming fear and breaking the silence on breast cancer can save lives
By Dr Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS Breast cancer is a matter of life and death…
How AstraZeneca’s innovative solutions are supporting cancer care
In recognition of World Cancer Day 2025, AstraZeneca is reinforcing its dedication to transforming cancer care with…
How AORTIC Africa spearheading advocacy on meaningful change in cancer care
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS Every cancer journey is personal, shaped by individual circumstances, cultural…
Why family decisions on breast cancer should be guided by professional advice
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS We still encounter cases where patients come in for breast…
Breast cancer accounting for 25% of all cancer cases in Africa
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS Breast cancer is NOT something to sweep under the rug…
Why women should be empowered to make informed health decisions
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS We rarely imagine waking up one morning, stepping into the…
Why men are at risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS While cases of breast cancer are less common in men,…
How research links smoking to a higher risk of breast cancer
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS There is concerning link between smoking and an increased risk…
The weight of the scalpel: my journey as an African woman oncology surgeon
By Miriam Mutebi, MD, MSc, FACS Every time I hold the scalpel, I feel its weight—not…
Volleyball star Janet Wanja succumbs to gallbladder cancer
Janet Wanja, a former Kenya team volleyball player and team trainer has passed on after a…