World Child Cancer shared a post on LinkedIn:
“From AI in oncology to strengthening early detection, Day 3 at SIOP Africa showed how both innovation and early action are changing childhood cancer care.
Across the day, our team contributed to conversations shaping both the present and future of pediatric oncology
- Glenn Mbah explored what it means to navigate “New Tools, Old Gaps”, reflecting on the critical role nurses continue to play within an increasingly AI-augmented oncology ecosystem. He offered a clear view of how AI is beginning to shape the lived clinical reality for pediatric oncology nurses in Ghana, who remain at the center of this transformation in care.
- Aida Chateka shared insights from Malawi on strengthening early diagnosis and speeding up referrals by training frontline health workers to recognize early warning signs.
- Juliet Akuamoah Boateng highlighted how cultural spaces in Ghana are being leveraged to raise awareness of childhood cancer symptoms, reduce stigma, and support earlier detection.
Beyond the sessions, the World Child Cancer stand became a space for connection, with colleagues from across the region stopping by to share experiences, exchange ideas, and explore our training programs.
We also valued the time to meet with partners, including Dr Karim from Alliance Mondiale Contre le Cancer (AMCC), and to reconnect with Dr. Lannes Kamara at the SIOP Networking Dinner, continuing discussions around our work with Ola During Children’s Hospital in Freetown.
It’s in these shared spaces, formal and informal, that ideas turn into action.”
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