Message from Secretary General of The Commonwealth, Baroness Scotland for LGCW 2024
LGCW (London Global Cancer Week) shared a post on LinkedIn:
“London Global Cancer Week would like to thank Baroness Scotland, the Secretary General of The Commonwealth of Nations for her message of support during London Global Cancer Week, for The Commonwealth’s commitment to cancer care and control and for highlighting the interconnectedness of cancer control with broader health initiatives.
‘This is the time to scale up resources and expand cancer care in low- and middle-income countries, because every single person deserves access to the best care.
Investing in cancer care yields significant returns on economic productivity.
By working together holistically we can develop comprehensive strategies to improve care quality and access to meet increasing demand.
Equity and solidarity are enshrined in The Commonwealth Charter to ensure no one is left behind.’ ”
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Summary of her message:
The Secretary-General of the Commonwealth expressed pride in the organization’s ongoing support for London Global Cancer Week, highlighting its commitment to addressing the rising cancer burden across its 56 member nations.
With over 7 million Commonwealth citizens living with cancer and a 35% increase in new cases expected by 2030, she underscored the challenges faced, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, where access to cancer care remains limited.
Baroness has been a leader in advocating for cancer control, as evidenced by its efforts in the UN and the recent Chogm commitment to HPV vaccination for all girls. She emphasized the need for a coordinated global response, including investments in prevention, early detection, and sustainable funding for cancer care.
The speech concluded with a call for solidarity and strategic investments to ensure equitable, universal access to cancer treatment, which will also yield broader health and economic benefits.
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