We are still testing the drugs on patients and collating results. Ehanire also said the country was considering several vaccine candidates for COVID-19, adding, “Vaccine development involves testing for safety and efficacy. Executive Director, NCPP, Dr. Abia Nzelu, who spoke at this year’s International Cancer Survivors Day (ICSD), explained the devastating impact of cancer and other Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) on COVID-19. “Firstly, the increased susceptibility of cancer patients to COVID-19; secondly, the dearth of infrastructure for cancer care; thirdly, restriction on medical tourism due to the lockdown; and finally, the diversion of scarce resources towards addressing the COVID-19 pandemic,” she stated. June 7 every year is set aside to celebrate cancer survivors, appreciate those who contributed to their survival and honour those who succumbed to cancer, while raising awareness on challenges facing survivors.

Source: The Guardian June 09, 2020 04:18 UTC