Inside Cancer Careers

International Cancer Control: A Global Call to Action


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In this episode of Inside Cancer Careers, we explore international efforts to combat cancer, featuring Dr. Lisa Stevens from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Dr. Andre Carvalho from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), World Health Organization (WHO). They discuss integrating radiotherapy and nuclear medicine into cancer control, the importance of national cancer control plans, and IARC's focus on cancer prevention research. They emphasize international partnerships, improving access to radiotherapy and screening, and empowering low-and middle-income countries. Both speakers reflect on their personal journeys into the field of medicine and public health, sharing insights on the challenges and opportunities they have encountered. They also provide advice for aspiring professionals in global health. SHOW NOTES: Dr. Lisa Stevens Dr. Andre Carvahlo Programme of Action for Cancer Therapy (PACT) Technical Cooperation Programme International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) World Health Organization (WHO) GLOBOCAN International Cancer Control Partnership UICC World Cancer Congress CanScreen5 project Rays of Hope Islamic Development Bank WHO Global Initiatives AD: 13th Annual Symposium on Global Cancer Research

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