The State Epidemiologist-TSE

Though last month or the beginning of this year may have been tough for you, I want to reassure you that life is a mix of risks, certainties, and uncertainties—each carrying its own high and low sensitivity margins investment you have made .

But here’s the truth: every new month is a fresh opportunity to reset, refocus, and rise again. No matter what didn’t go as planned, you still have the strength to move forward and the capacity to create something better.
Step into this new month with courage, clarity, and confidence. Embrace growth, learn from the past, and trust the process—even when it feels uncertain.
This month, choose progress over perfection, hope over fear, and action over doubt.
You are capable. You are resilient. And your best days are still ahead.

Happy New Month ✨
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In a country where smoking is lawful. How do you preach or evangelize to your priest or pastor who smokes .
As a group under non-exposure to smoking in the midst of exposed group. How do you cope assuming we select you for a clinical trial examination.
Of course with time . There will be a result
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CANCER [♋️ 🦀] is regarded as one of the major global public health burdens because it causes high morbidity, mortality, and economic strain on health systems worldwide.

CANCER
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. If the spread is not controlled, it can invade surrounding tissues and metastasize (spread) to distant organs, eventually leading to death.

Cancer as a Global Public Health Burden
1. High Global Morbidity and Mortality
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Millions of new cases are diagnosed every year, and a large proportion of patients die from the disease.
Key points:
Cancer accounts for about 1 in every 6 deaths globally.
Over 19 million new cancer cases occur annually worldwide.
More than 9–10 million deaths occur each year due to cancer.
This high number of cases makes cancer a major contributor to the global disease burden.

2. Economic Burden
Cancer places a heavy financial burden on individuals, families, and governments.
Costs include:
Diagnosis and screening
Treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy)
Long-term care
Loss of productivity due to illness or death
In many low- and middle-income countries, cancer treatment is very expensive and often unaffordable.

3. Pressure on Health Systems
Cancer requires specialized healthcare infrastructure, including:
Oncology specialists
Diagnostic equipment
Radiotherapy centers
Chemotherapy facilities
Many developing countries have limited cancer care services, leading to late diagnosis and poor outcomes.

4. Social and Psychological Impact
Cancer affects:
Families and caregivers
Mental health of patients
Workforce productivity
Patients often experience stigma, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life.
Global Distribution of Cancer (Where It Is More Endemic)
Cancer occurs worldwide, but its prevalence varies across regions due to lifestyle, environmental factors, genetics, and healthcare systems.

1. High-Income Countries
Cancer is more common in developed countries due to aging populations and lifestyle factors.
Common cancers include:
Lung cancer
Breast cancer
Prostate cancer
Colorectal cancer
Regions include:
North America
Europe
Australia
Risk factors:
Smoking
Alcohol consumption
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle
High-fat diets

2. Low- and Middle-Income Countries
These countries account for about 70% of global cancer deaths because of:
Late diagnosis
Limited screening programs
Poor access to treatment
Common cancers include:
Cervical cancer
Liver cancer
Stomach cancer
Kaposi sarcoma
Regions include:
Sub-Saharan Africa
South Asia
Southeast Asia

3. Cancer in Africa
Cancer is increasing rapidly in Africa, becoming a significant public health issue.
Common cancers include:
Breast cancer
Cervical cancer
Liver cancer
Prostate cancer
Key contributing factors:
Limited screening
Infectious diseases linked to cancer
Poor awareness
Environmental exposures

Major Risk Factors for Cancer Globally
1. Lifestyle Factors
To***co smoking (leading cause)
Alcohol consumption
Unhealthy diet
Physical inactivity
Obesity

2. Infectious Agents
Some cancers are caused by infections such as:
Human papillomavirus (HPV) – cervical cancer
Hepatitis B and C – liver cancer
Helicobacter pylori – stomach cancer

3. Environmental Factors

Air pollution
Radiation exposure
Occupational chemicals
4. Genetic Factors
Certain individuals inherit genetic mutations that increase cancer risk.

Public Health Strategies for Cancer Control
To reduce the burden of cancer, public health interventions include:

1. Prevention
To***co control
Vaccination (HPV and Hepatitis B)
Healthy lifestyle promotion
2. Early Detection
Screening programs (breast, cervical, prostate cancer)
Public awareness campaigns
3. Treatment
Improved access to chemotherapy, surgery, and radiotherapy
Strengthening oncology services
4. Palliative Care
Providing pain relief and supportive care for patients with advanced cancer.

Conclusion
Cancer remains a major global public health burden due to its high mortality, economic costs, and impact on health systems. While it affects all regions of the world, the burden is increasingly shifting toward low- and middle-income countries, where access to prevention, early detection, and treatment is limited. Effective public health policies, lifestyle modifications, vaccination, and early screening programs are essential to reduce the global impact of cancer.

2. Public Health Burden of Sickle Cell Anaemia

A. Health Burden

Recurrent painful vaso-occlusive crises

Severe anaemia

Increased risk of:

Stroke

Severe infections

Acute chest syndrome

Kidney failure

Reduced life expectancy, especially in LMICs

High under-five mortality in undiagnosed children

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B. Economic Burden

High cost of:

Recurrent hospital admissions

Blood transfusions

Medications and supportive care

Loss of productivity due to:

School absenteeism

Reduced workforce participation

Heavy out-of-pocket spending, particularly in countries with weak health insurance systems

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C. Social and Psychological Burden

Stigma and discrimination

Emotional stress for patients and caregivers

Impact on education, employment, and quality of life

Family strain due to chronic care needs

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D. Health System Burden

Increased demand for emergency services and hospital beds

Need for long-term, specialised care

Strain on blood transfusion services