Nigerians working to change the conversation about cancer

In Nigeria, as in many parts of Africa, cancer is a taboo subject. Traditional beliefs make it challenging to openly talk about. Medical screening and cancer care are difficult if not impossible for everyone to access. But Ridwan Karim Dini-Osman reports that survivors are leading the charge — raising awareness and improving outcomes.

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