We are committed to accurately estimating cancer burden in Uganda's population to inform effective cancer control and intervention strategies in Uganda and beyond

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Cancer Research in Uganda and Publications

Estimating cancer burden to inform control and interventions.

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A person crouches in front of a clothing and shoe donation bin with colorful graffiti-covered walls in the background. The bin has text indicating it's for the National Children's Cancer Society. The person is wearing a black shirt and ripped jeans, pointing towards the camera. A pile of clothing items is visible on the ground nearby.
Data Collection

Collecting cancer data from hospitals and health facilities.

A group of people is working on a white rally car with red rims parked on a blue tarp in a grassy area. One person is wearing a gray and orange jumpsuit with the text 'AGRO AUTO SPAR' on the back. The car's hood is open, and it has several stickers and numbers, including '27' and 'ZAMBIA Rally Championship'. Trees and a cloudy sky are in the background.
A group of people is working on a white rally car with red rims parked on a blue tarp in a grassy area. One person is wearing a gray and orange jumpsuit with the text 'AGRO AUTO SPAR' on the back. The car's hood is open, and it has several stickers and numbers, including '27' and 'ZAMBIA Rally Championship'. Trees and a cloudy sky are in the background.
Cancer Incidence

Determining cancer incidence, mortality, and survival rates.

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A hand is holding a card with text that reads 'we are NATION'. The card includes a red square symbol and additional text 'Empower Africa.' and a URL 'nation.africa'. The background features an orange and dark pattern.
Four women and a young girl are engaged in daily activities near large red water containers. They are standing on a rocky, dusty ground with makeshift shelters in the background displaying UNHCR logos. The women are dressed in colorful headscarves and patterned dresses. One woman is carrying a box, while another is standing beside the containers.
Four women and a young girl are engaged in daily activities near large red water containers. They are standing on a rocky, dusty ground with makeshift shelters in the background displaying UNHCR logos. The women are dressed in colorful headscarves and patterned dresses. One woman is carrying a box, while another is standing beside the containers.
Research Projects

Conducting research to improve cancer prevention strategies.

Health Interventions

Implementing effective interventions based on collected cancer data.

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Gallery

A diverse group of children and a few adults are gathered outdoors, holding brightly colored bags. They are standing in front of a small structure with a green tarp roof and mud walls. The children are wearing a variety of colorful clothes, and some are giving playful gestures.
A diverse group of children and a few adults are gathered outdoors, holding brightly colored bags. They are standing in front of a small structure with a green tarp roof and mud walls. The children are wearing a variety of colorful clothes, and some are giving playful gestures.
A young girl stands confidently in front of a tent decorated with a colorful floral sheet. The scene appears to be a refugee camp, as indicated by the UNHCR logo on nearby tents. Another person is visible in the background, partially obscured, wearing a headscarf and striped shirt. The ground is dry and rocky, and the sky is bright and clear with few clouds.
A young girl stands confidently in front of a tent decorated with a colorful floral sheet. The scene appears to be a refugee camp, as indicated by the UNHCR logo on nearby tents. Another person is visible in the background, partially obscured, wearing a headscarf and striped shirt. The ground is dry and rocky, and the sky is bright and clear with few clouds.
A group of people wearing jackets and masks walk through a lush, green field with a thatched structure in the foreground and terraced vegetation in the background. Banana trees are visible along the horizon, and the sky is overcast.
A group of people wearing jackets and masks walk through a lush, green field with a thatched structure in the foreground and terraced vegetation in the background. Banana trees are visible along the horizon, and the sky is overcast.
A close-up of an arm adorned with colorful bead bracelets, including one with the Kenyan flag design, rests on a person's back. The individual wears a red garment with decorative beads and metallic discs. The scene suggests cultural attire and craftsmanship.
A close-up of an arm adorned with colorful bead bracelets, including one with the Kenyan flag design, rests on a person's back. The individual wears a red garment with decorative beads and metallic discs. The scene suggests cultural attire and craftsmanship.
A group of five people, wearing blue shirts and medical masks, stand outdoors at a health event. Some are holding informational pamphlets and a pink balloon, with a background that includes a booth displaying a sign for 'Laboratoires Salem' and pink balloons. The setting appears to be a health awareness or fundraising event. A large flag and tents are visible behind them.
A group of five people, wearing blue shirts and medical masks, stand outdoors at a health event. Some are holding informational pamphlets and a pink balloon, with a background that includes a booth displaying a sign for 'Laboratoires Salem' and pink balloons. The setting appears to be a health awareness or fundraising event. A large flag and tents are visible behind them.
A large group of children and adults stand near a body of water. Some children are wading in the water with bricks beneath their feet. The background includes more people and simple huts with a flag visible. The sky is clear with some clouds, and the surrounding area is lush with greenery.
A large group of children and adults stand near a body of water. Some children are wading in the water with bricks beneath their feet. The background includes more people and simple huts with a flag visible. The sky is clear with some clouds, and the surrounding area is lush with greenery.

Visual insights into Uganda's cancer research and data collection.

Cancer Registry & Research, Tailored Cancer Prevention, Care & Support for Uganda

Estimating cancer burden for informed cancer control and interventions in Uganda.

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