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Integration Of Comprehensive Women’S Health Programmes Into Health Systems: Cervical Cancer Prevention, Care And Control In Rwanda, Agnes Binagwaho, Fidele Ngabo, Claire M. Wagner, Cathy Mugeni, Maurice Gatera, Cameron T. Nutt, Sabin Nsanzimana
Integration Of Comprehensive Women’S Health Programmes Into Health Systems: Cervical Cancer Prevention, Care And Control In Rwanda, Agnes Binagwaho, Fidele Ngabo, Claire M. Wagner, Cathy Mugeni, Maurice Gatera, Cameron T. Nutt, Sabin Nsanzimana
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PROBLEM: Although it is highly preventable and treatable, cervical cancer is the most common and most deadly cancer among women in Rwanda.
APPROACH: By mobilizing a diverse coalition of partnerships, Rwanda became the first country in Africa to develop and implement a national strategic plan for cervical cancer prevention, screening and treatment.
LOCAL SETTING: Rwanda - a small, landlocked nation in East Africa with a population of 10.4 million - is well positioned to tackle a number of "high-burden" noncommunicable diseases. The country's integrated response to infectious diseases has resulted in steep declines in premature mortality over the past decade. …