In a bid to combat the rising cases of cancer, two dedicated oncology nurses at the Federal medical centre, Umuahia has taken proactive step to enlighten Outpatients in the hospital about cancer causes, risk factors and the best ways to stay cancer-free as the world commemorate the 2025 Cancer day.
Speaking at the General Outpatients department of federal medical centre, Umuahia Nurse Geraldine Onuorah and Nurse Akoma Chika tackled widespread myths about cancer, including the belief that cancer is always hereditary or that it cannot be prevented, and empasized that many cancers, such as lung, colon, and cervical cancer, can be prevented or treated effectively if detected early.
They revealed that to stay healthy and reduce cancer risks, eating more plant-based food is necessary, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol intake, exercising regularly to maintain a healthy weight and undergoing routine screenings for early detection.
The nurses noted that the theme for the 2025 World Cancer day, "United by Unique" seek to highlight the importance of recognizing each individual's unique journey with cancer, ensuring that cancer care is personalised, inclusive and equitable, and further encouraged the Outpatients to seek medical help if they noticed unusual symptoms such as persistent pain, unexplained weight loss, or lumps in the body.
The session received positive feedback, with many patients appreciating the efort to bring cancer education to their doorstep, and while some requested that similar talks be held regularly to ensure continous awareness.
The campaign ended with a strong call to action for people to spread cancer awareness within their communities, ensuring more lives are saved through knowledge and prevention.
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