xThe consul-general maintained that the U.S. would continue to lead the world in medical research, innovation and technology, as well as providing solutions to tackle the scourge of cancer and bringing happiness to many. She, therefore, expressed optimism that the new health facility will make cancer treatment available locally and significantly reduce medical tourism for cancer care. “That means in every hour, 14 Nigerians are diagnosed of cancer and nine die as a result,” he stated. By IAEA recommendations, Nigeria should have, at a minimum, 150 working medical linear accelerators. However, there are currently only between 3-5 working machines in the country at any given moment,” he stated.

Source: The Guardian April 27, 2021 04:07 UTC