Uganda Cancer Institute

Uganda Cancer Institute The only National Referral Cancer Centre in the Country! We have a very active research agenda on cancers.

đź“ŤIn today's DDaily Monitorexplore indepth our recently concluded Breast Cancer Surgical camp.
28/10/2025

đź“ŤIn today's DDaily Monitorexplore indepth our recently concluded Breast Cancer Surgical camp.

This week we address the Dangers of skipping cancer treatment in the Daily Monitor! 🚨 Consistency is key in cancer care...
28/10/2025

This week we address the Dangers of skipping cancer treatment in the Daily Monitor! 🚨 Consistency is key in cancer care.

: A Milestone Achieved!We conclude Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a successful Breast Surgery Camp, where 40 life-c...
27/10/2025

: A Milestone Achieved!
We conclude Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a successful Breast Surgery Camp, where 40 life-changing surgeries were performed. Huge thanks to the exceptional team led by Dr. Edward Kakungulu for their dedication and expertise!

Statistics; FACTS Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Uganda.According to the Global Cancer Observato...
16/10/2025

Statistics; FACTS
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Uganda.
According to the Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN 2024), breast cancer accounts for over 23% of all new cancer cases among women in the country.
The disease continues to affect women at younger ages, with many cases reported among women between 30 and 50 years.
Late presentation remains a major challenge, with nearly 80% of patients diagnosed at advanced stages when treatment outcomes are poorer.

Today we joined the rest of the world to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month under the theme “Early Detection Save...
16/10/2025

Today we joined the rest of the world to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month under the theme “Early Detection Saves Lives” .
The commemoration highlights the urgent need to raise awareness, encourage screening, and promote early diagnosis to reduce the growing burden of breast cancer in Uganda.
Speaking at the launch, the Executive Director , Dr. Jackson Orem , emphasized that breast cancer remains the leading cancer among women in Uganda, accounting for a large proportion of all female cancers treated at UCI.
“Each year, Uganda records more than 4,000 new cases of breast cancer, and tragically, many women still present with the disease at advanced stages. Yet, with early detection and timely treatment, up to 90% of breast cancers are curable,” Dr. Orem said.
He further called on the public to take advantage of available screening services and urged women to perform regular breast self-examinations and report any unusual breast changes to a health facility.

As Uganda celebrates her 63rd Independence Day, this milestone serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility we ...
09/10/2025

As Uganda celebrates her 63rd Independence Day, this milestone serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility we share in advancing Uganda’s health and development.

At the UCI, we take pride in being a center of excellence in cancer care, research, training, and prevention , contributing to the health and productivity of our people. Over the years, we have made remarkable strides including:

🛑Expansion of regional cancer centers in Gulu, Mbarara and Mbale, Arua to bring cancer services closer to communities.
🛑 Modernization of diagnostic and treatment facilities, including advanced radiotherapy and nuclear medicine services.
🛑Strengthened partnerships with national and international institutions to enhance cancer research and innovation.
🛑 Human resource development, through specialized training of oncologists, nurses, and other health professionals.
🛑Community awareness and prevention programs that continue to increase early detection and improve survival rates.

In line with this year’s theme, UCI reaffirms its commitment to supporting Uganda’s journey toward a healthy, united, and prosperous nation through innovation, service excellence, and sustainable health investments.

Happy 63rd Independence Anniversary to all Ugandans❤

🎯Research Is our Resource!

We're hosting a 3-day training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) facilitated by the Uganda National Council of Science and...
07/10/2025

We're hosting a 3-day training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) facilitated by the Uganda National Council of Science and Technology (UNCST). This training aims to enhance researchers' adherence to GCP guidelines, ensuring the safety and well-being of trial participants and the integrity of data generated.
We're proud to have our team of experts from Uganda Cancer Institute in attendance, including: Data managers, Researchers, Pharmacists, Research coordinators, Nurses, Laboratory Technologists, Regulatory officers, Oncologists, Doctors, Data Statisticians and members of the Research and Ethics Committee.
Training Highlights:
- Improve research quality and compliance
- Understand GCP principles and applications
- Enhance research ethics and regulatory oversight
- Networking opportunities with research professionals
This training is a significant step towards advancing research excellence at Uganda Cancer Institute. We're committed to staying at the forefront of cancer research and care.

We're set to offer services. What does this mean for Ugandans? 🛑Patients with leukemia, sickle cell disease and othe...
07/10/2025

We're set to offer services.
What does this mean for Ugandans?
🛑Patients with leukemia, sickle cell disease and other related diseases will no longer have to leave the country for treatment.
🛑This will give earlier intervention, closer monitoring, convenient follow-up thus improved survival rates.
🛑Enhanced quality of life.

Join us this morning Wednesday 24th Sept 2025 for our UCI CME series08:00am - 09:30am. Join Zoom Meetingus06web.zoom.u...
24/09/2025

Join us this morning Wednesday 24th Sept 2025 for our UCI CME series
08:00am - 09:30am.
Join Zoom Meeting
us06web.zoom.us/j/88491070454?…
Meeting ID: 884 9107 0454
Passcode: 452603

Happy New Month from the Secretariat at the 5th. Conference on Cancer and Palliative care. Don’t miss this opportunity t...
01/09/2025

Happy New Month from the Secretariat at the 5th. Conference on Cancer and Palliative care. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an important dialogue that shapes the future of cancer and palliative care in Uganda and across Africa. Register today at conference.pcauganda.org/registration/

This week's edition addresses the significant burden of bone cancer, a topic that demands attention. Further details are...
01/09/2025

This week's edition addresses the significant burden of bone cancer, a topic that demands attention. Further details are available in today's Daily Monitor Daily Monitor

The countdown begins! ⏰ 12 days left until our Cancer Care Conference ! Join leading minds in research, training, and p...
28/08/2025

The countdown begins! ⏰ 12 days left until our Cancer Care Conference ! Join leading minds in research, training, and palliative care. Register now via conference.pcauganda.org/registration/ .
To partner with us contact Dr. Benjamin Mwesige on email benjamin.mwesige@uci.or.ug and Telephone at +256 414540410.

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