MWANZA, May 30 -- EXPERTS in atomic energy and oncology have called for regular free health screening programs and intensified public education campaigns as part of a broader strategy to combat the growing burden of cancer in Tanzania.

The appeal was made earlier this week during the closing ceremony of a capacity-building training on Multimodality Imaging in Oncology, held at Bugando Zonal Referral Hospital in Mwanza.

The training, sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and organised by the Tanzanian government, aimed to enhance the expertise of local imaging specialists.

The initiative follows major government investments in the health sector, particularly in modern screening equipment.

However, a shortage of ski...