Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer and a leading cause of death among South African women
Policymakers in particular need to ensure there is investment in healthcare infrastructure, public awareness and education is enhanced, screening programme quality is improved and there is equitable access to health services
Cancer is often preventable, so creating awareness and highlighting possible risk factors is crucial
Cervical cancer claimed Nkhanyeleni Vele’s life this past weekend, but with a higher number of cancer specialists on duty, her death could have been avoided