Fight Breast Cancer With Timely Action! Prioritizing Breast Health in Cameroon: The Urgent Need for Organized Screening Programs
Breast cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in Cameroon, with 1 in 2 cases diagnosed at an advanced stage (stage 3).
• Late diagnosis accounts for over half of the breast cancer deaths in the country, yet fewer than 1 in 100 cases are detected through screening mammography.
Mammography is the most effective tool for early detection and has been proven to significantly reduce breast cancer mortality.