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These collaborative platforms brought together expertise and research from across Africa and other regions to address shared challenges in cancer registration and control.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818758-768x1024-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-741\" srcset=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818758-768x1024-1.jpg 768w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818758-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818758.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cem>Dr. Melly (centre)with outgoing IACR President, Dr. Charles Wiggins (right), and the incoming president, Dr. Dabber Wanna (left)\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For NCI-K, participation in such regional and international scientific engagements reinforces the importance of partnerships in strengthening cancer surveillance, building institutional capacity and generating evidence to guide national cancer control priorities.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective cancer control depends on access to quality, timely and reliable data on cancer incidence, mortality, survival and patterns of diagnosis. Strong cancer registration systems help governments and health institutions understand the burden of cancer, identify gaps in services, plan interventions and assess progress in prevention, early detection, treatment and care.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conference programme featured discussions on population-based cancer registration, cancer registry governance and standards, data quality and accessibility, cervical cancer screening, cancer survival, and translating registry data into policy and public health action.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Kenya Advances National Childhood Cancer Registry Development\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya’s contribution to the scientific programme also featured work towards strengthening childhood cancer surveillance. On 15 October 2026, Gladys Chesumbai, Head of the National Cancer Registry at the National Cancer Institute of Kenya presented on “Delphi Consensus for a Standardized National Childhood Cancer Registry Minimum Dataset in Kenya.”\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818752-768x1024-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-742\" srcset=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818752-768x1024-1.jpg 768w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818752-225x300.jpg 225w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818752-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818752.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cem>Gladys Chesumbai, Head of Cancer Registry at NCI-K\u003C/em>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The presentation formed part of a plenary session examining the burden of childhood, adolescent and early-onset cancers. Standardising the minimum dataset for a national childhood cancer registry is an important area of work in strengthening the consistency and quality of information collected on childhood cancers.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reliable childhood cancer data can support a better understanding of the disease burden, inform research and planning, and provide an evidence base for decisions aimed at improving services for children affected by cancer.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya’s participation in this scientific exchange highlights the value of sharing national experiences and learning from international expertise as the country advances its cancer surveillance and registry development agenda.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Advancing the National Cancer Control Agenda Through Collaboration\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conference’s focus on cancer registration, research, data standards and evidence-informed decision-making aligns with the broader need for coordinated approaches to cancer prevention and control across the region.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a statutory body established under the Cancer Prevention and Control Act, No. 15 of 2012, NCI-K is mandated to spearhead and coordinate cancer prevention and control in Kenya through the implementation of the National Cancer Control Strategy.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Engagement in regional and international platforms enables the Institute to participate in scientific discussions, strengthen professional networks and contribute to collective efforts to improve cancer information systems and public health responses.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818757-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-743\" srcset=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818757-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818757-300x200.jpg 300w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818757-767x512.jpg 767w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/818757.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through continued collaboration with national, regional and international stakeholders, NCI-K remains committed to advancing evidence-informed cancer control and supporting efforts towards a cancer-free nation.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003Cp 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Efforts to Advance Cancer Prevention, Screening, Early Detection and Access to Care.",{"rendered":91,"protected":18},"\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>25\u003Csup>th\u003C/sup> September, 2026 – Hong Kong, China\u003C/strong> — Presenting at the World Cancer Congress 2026, Emily Barsito, the Head of Strategic Planning, Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Directorate at NCI-Kenya, presented Kenya’s progress and experience in strengthening cancer prevention, screening, early detection and access to quality cancer care.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The presentation, \u003Cstrong>“Kenya’s Efforts on Cancer Prevention, Screening, Early Detection and Access to Care,”\u003C/strong> highlighted the country’s efforts to build a coordinated and equitable national cancer-control system, while drawing lessons that may be relevant to other low- and middle-income countries.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/734522-768x1024-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-730\" srcset=\"https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/734522-768x1024-1.jpg 768w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/734522-225x300.jpg 225w, https://wp.ncikenya.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/734522.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cem>Emily Barsito Presenting on Kenya’s  Efforts on Cancer Prevention, Screening, Early Detection and Access to Care\u003C/em>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Strengthening Cancer Prevention through Governance and Policy\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya’s response to the growing cancer burden is anchored in the \u003Cstrong>Cancer Prevention and Control Act, 2012\u003C/strong>, which established the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI-K) to spearhead and coordinate cancer prevention and control nationally.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through NCI-K and a multisectoral approach, Kenya continues to strengthen leadership and coordination in cancer prevention and control, public information, education and awareness, and implementation of the National Cancer Control Strategy.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Investing in Cancer Prevention\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prevention remains a key pillar of Kenya’s cancer-control efforts.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Public information, education and awareness initiatives are being used to increase knowledge about cancer risk factors, prevention and the importance of screening, while creating demand for early detection services.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya has also strengthened tobacco control as an important public-health intervention, including restrictions on smoking in public spaces to reduce population exposure to tobacco smoke.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>HPV Vaccination and Cervical Cancer Prevention\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya continues to advance efforts towards the elimination of cervical cancer through HPV vaccination.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More than \u003Cstrong>four million girls aged 9–14 years\u003C/strong> have been vaccinated through school-based programmes and integration of HPV vaccination into primary healthcare.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This investment in prevention is critical to reducing the future burden of cervical cancer and protecting generations of Kenyan women.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Bringing Screening Closer to Communities\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya has integrated cancer screening with \u003Cstrong>primary healthcare (PHC)\u003C/strong> to improve access to preventive and early-detection services.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The country has also embraced innovative and culturally appropriate approaches to screening and awareness, including reaching underserved and hard-to-reach populations.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Integrating cancer prevention and screening into primary healthcare provides an opportunity to bring services closer to communities and strengthen early detection across the country.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Strengthening Early Detection and Diagnosis\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early diagnosis remains essential to improving cancer outcomes.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya has invested in advanced oncology and diagnostic technologies, including \u003Cstrong>CT, MRI and PET-CT\u003C/strong>, to strengthen diagnosis, staging and treatment planning.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These investments support the country’s ambition to shift cancer diagnosis from predominantly \u003Cstrong>Stage III and IV disease towards Stage I and II\u003C/strong>, when treatment can be more effective and outcomes improved.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Decentralising Cancer Care\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Access to quality cancer care is being strengthened through the decentralisation of oncology services and the establishment of \u003Cstrong>regional cancer centres\u003C/strong> capable of providing comprehensive cancer treatment.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This approach is helping reduce geographical disparities and bringing specialised cancer services closer to patients and their families.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sustainable health financing is equally important. Kenya’s \u003Cstrong>Universal Health Coverage (UHC)\u003C/strong> agenda and the \u003Cstrong>Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF)\u003C/strong> oncology package are intended to reduce the financial burden associated with cancer treatment and protect families from catastrophic health expenditure.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Using Cancer Data to Guide Action\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reliable data is fundamental to effective cancer prevention and control.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya’s \u003Cstrong>National Cancer Registry\u003C/strong> provides critical information to support evidence-based policy, planning, resource allocation, research and evaluation of cancer-control interventions.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without reliable data, countries risk making decisions without a clear understanding of where the burden lies, who is affected and where resources are most needed.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Lessons for other Low- and Middle-Income Countries\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya’s experience offers several lessons that may be relevant to other countries facing similar challenges:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>1. Good governance is essential.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Strong leadership, coordination and accountability provide the backbone for resilient cancer-control systems.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>2. Prevention is the best investment.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Countries should prioritise preventing cancers wherever effective prevention interventions are available.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>3. Decentralise cancer care.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Bringing services closer to communities can reduce geographical and socioeconomic inequalities in access to care.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>4. Integrate cancer services with primary healthcare.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Integration provides a practical pathway for expanding prevention, awareness and screening services.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>5. Invest in sustainable health financing.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Cancer care should be accessible to those who need it, not only to those who can afford it.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>6. Build reliable cancer information systems.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Cancer data is the lifeblood of effective planning, resource allocation and programme evaluation. Without it, decision-making remains largely blind.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>7. Leverage innovation to advance equity.\u003C/strong>\u003Cbr>Technology and innovation should be deliberately deployed to expand access, improve quality and address the needs of underserved populations.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>A shared commitment to cancer control\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kenya’s experience demonstrates that progress in cancer control requires more than investment in treatment alone. It requires \u003Cstrong>strong governance, prevention, early detection, accessible screening, reliable data, sustainable financing, innovation and equitable access to care\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As countries work towards reducing the growing global cancer burden, sharing experiences and learning from one another can help accelerate progress—particularly in low- and middle-income settings.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Kenya remains committed to strengthening its cancer-control systems and advancing equitable access to prevention, early detection and quality cancer care for all.\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>#NCIK #HealthGovernance #CancerPreventionAndControlAct #PublicHealthPolicy #CancerControl #CancerPrevention #CancerScreening #EarlyDetection #UniversalHealthCoverage\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n",{"rendered":93,"protected":18},"\u003Cp>25th September, 2026 – Hong Kong, China — Presenting at the World Cancer Congress 2026, Emily Barsito, the Head of Strategic Planning, Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Directorate at NCI-Kenya, presented Kenya’s progress and experience in strengthening cancer prevention, screening, early detection and access to quality cancer care. 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The team also received a presentation on the \u003Cstrong>NCI-K Cancer Data Dashboard\u003C/strong>, showcasing the latest available \u003Cstrong>2024 cancer data\u003C/strong> and its role in informing cancer planning, policy, research and service delivery.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The delegation was further taken through \u003Cstrong>research projects supported by NCI-K through its Seed Grant Programme\u003C/strong>, highlighting the Institute’s commitment to promoting locally relevant research and building Kenya’s cancer research capacity.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Exploring Areas of Strategic Collaboration\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discussions focused on areas where the complementary strengths of NCI-K and the Manchester cancer research ecosystem could support advances across the cancer care and research continuum.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key area was \u003Cstrong>breast cancer screening and imaging\u003C/strong>, including strengthening national mammography services, improving screening uptake in rural and urban settings, and exploring the application of \u003Cstrong>artificial intelligence and machine learning in mammographic image interpretation and cancer detection\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The teams also explored opportunities for collaboration in \u003Cstrong>lung cancer screening\u003C/strong>, with a focus on generating evidence to inform appropriate screening approaches and strengthening early detection.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other areas identified included \u003Cstrong>histopathology and diagnostic capacity\u003C/strong>, particularly through assessing skills gaps and developing targeted approaches to strengthen specialist expertise, laboratory capacity and cancer diagnostics.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Strengthening Training, Fellowships and Mentorship\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The engagement also explored opportunities for \u003Cstrong>fellowships, mentorship and structured training programmes\u003C/strong> for Kenyan researchers and healthcare professionals. Discussions included the development of \u003Cstrong>online learning modules, short-term training programmes and other flexible professional development opportunities\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These areas align with Manchester’s established strength in cancer education, clinical research and workforce development. The Manchester Cancer Research Centre brings together \u003Cstrong>The University of Manchester, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and Cancer Research UK\u003C/strong>, creating an integrated environment in which basic science, translational research and clinical practice are closely connected. The Centre’s research strategy spans multiple cancer types and links basic, translational and clinical research through a wider network of externally funded institutes, centres and research programmes.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Genomics, AI and Precision Cancer Research\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The discussions further identified opportunities for joint research in \u003Cstrong>genomics, artificial intelligence and machine learning\u003C/strong>, including the use of advanced technologies to improve cancer diagnosis, understand disease biology and support data-driven cancer research.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manchester has significant expertise in \u003Cstrong>cancer genomics and data science\u003C/strong>, with ongoing international research programmes examining the genetic basis of cancer and opportunities to improve early detection and treatment. Importantly, Manchester already has an active research collaboration in \u003Cstrong>Kenya on oesophageal cancer\u003C/strong>, led by Professor Rob Bristow in partnership with Kenyan researchers, focusing on early detection and the genetic changes associated with oesophageal squamous cell cancer.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The teams also discussed opportunities to explore the application of \u003Cstrong>AI in research methodologies\u003C/strong>, including innovative approaches to study design and participant randomisation.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The engagement highlighted the potential for NCI-K and Manchester to build on complementary strengths: \u003Cstrong>NCI-K’s national cancer data, research mandate and understanding of Kenya’s cancer landscape\u003C/strong>, alongside Manchester’s expertise in \u003Cstrong>cancer genomics, precision oncology, imaging, artificial intelligence, clinical research, translational science, education and multidisciplinary cancer care\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Manchester Cancer Research Centre is a world-leading comprehensive cancer research partnership, bringing together scientists, clinicians and research institutions to accelerate the translation of discoveries into improved cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Its strong international outlook and existing collaborations in Kenya provide a valuable foundation for expanding research and capacity-building partnerships.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NCI-K and the University of Manchester will continue discussions to translate the areas identified into practical programmes that can contribute to \u003Cstrong>strengthening cancer research, innovation, early detection, diagnostics, workforce development and cancer control in Kenya\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>University of Manchester Delegation\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The delegation included:\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Rachel Chown\u003C/strong> — \u003Cstrong>Associate Director, Integrated Research and Education Strategy, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.\u003C/strong> Rachel previously served at the Manchester Cancer Research Centre, where she led training and education and supported international links, academic collaborations, and research-related education programmes.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Professor Robert Bristow\u003C/strong> — \u003Cstrong>Director, Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC); Director, Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre; University Professor of Cancer Studies, University of Manchester; and Senior Group Leader in Translational Oncogenomics at the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute.\u003C/strong> Professor Bristow’s research includes cancer genomics, tumour biology, DNA damage and repair, and treatment response.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Professor Sacha Howell\u003C/strong> is a professor in the Division of Cancer Sciences at the University of Manchester and a leading breast cancer clinician-researcher. 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