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Milan Mishkovikj: A Historic Step Forward in the Fight Against Liver Cancer

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Mar 4, 2025, 09:00

Milan Mishkovikj: A Historic Step Forward in the Fight Against Liver Cancer

Milan Mishkovikj, President of the National Alliance of Patient Organizations (NAPO), shared a post on LinkedIn:

“A Historic Step Forward in the Fight Against Liver Cancer!

It was my enormous pleasure to be part of the 1st meeting of the National Commission for Early Detection and Screening of Liver Cancer – a milestone moment for our country!

For the first time ever, we now have an official, complete, nationally recognized screening program for liver cancer, thanks to the dedication and commitment of the Ministry of Health, the University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, and the Government. Until now, we had a pilot program launched three years ago who was amazing excellent start, but today, we are making history!

I extend my deepest gratitude to all commission members, healthcare professionals, public health experts, and institutional representatives who are making this vision a reality. Thanks to WHO, ELPA and UNFPA for their continuous support.

Members of the National Commission for Early Detection and Screening of Liver Cancer:

Special thanks Prof. Dr. Meri Trajkovska – University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, Chairperson and director of the clinic.
Prof. Dr. DafinaNikolova – University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, Member
Dr. Elena Ristovska – Ministry of Health, Responsible for the National Cancer Screening Program, Member
Prof. Dr. Beti Todorovska – University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, Member
Prof. Dr. Magdalena Genadieva Dimitrova – University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, Member
Assistant Prof. Dr. EmilijaNikolovskaTrpchevska – University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, Member
Assistant Prof. Dr. Elena Čurakovska Ristovska – University Clinic for Gastroenterohepatology, Member
Prof. Magdalena Bogdanovska Todorovska – Institute of Pathology, Medical Faculty, ‘Ss. Cyril and Methodius’ University, Skopje, Member
Prof. Dr. Vesna Velik Stefanovska – Institute of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Medical Informatics, Medical Faculty, ‘Ss. Cyril and Methodius’ University, Skopje, Member
Fatlum Jusufi – Electronic Healthcare Administration, Member
Dr. Ana Mitevska – Health Insurance Fund of North Macedonia, Member
Maja Agrirovska – Ministry of Health, Responsible for the National Cancer Screening Program, Member
Ms. Margarita Spasenovska – WHO (World Health Organization) Office in Skopje, Member
Dr. Afrodita Shalja – United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Office in Skopje, Member.

What does this mean?

Liver cancer screening will now be a national priority
Earlier detection, better treatment, and saved lives
Stronger collaboration between research, medical, governmental, and patient advocacy sectors

This is just the beginning – together, we will ensure that every person at risk gets screened, diagnosed, and treated on time!

Let’s raise awareness, spread the message, and support the fight against liver cancer!”

Milan Mishkovikj: A Historic Step Forward in the Fight Against Liver Cancer