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Kochi
India
C/Can Kochi and the Kochi Municipal Corporation will co-create strategies targeting access to essential medicines, training for healthcare professionals, patient navigation and early detection, areas where action can translate directly to better outcomes for patients.
Unlocking cancer care with C/Can
Our work begins with a locally-led needs assessment, bringing together city stakeholders to identify gaps in cancer care through data-driven analysis. By understanding the city's unique context, we saw where intervention is most needed to achieve transformational change in cancer care.
Uncover the gaps
When a city joins the C/Can network, we start by diagnosing the city’s health system, investigating gaps in the city’s cancer care, and building a foundation for change by bringing local stakeholders together to lead the transformation.
Power the system
We co-create a strategic plan and a programme with each city driven by local priorities. Locally-led projects are executed and monitored to ensure lasting impact. When projects conclude, we support cities to sustain and accelerate their progress.
Stories from Kochi
View all “Civil society plays a critical role in ensuring that the voices and needs of patients remain at the centre of cancer care. Through this partnership, we look forward to working alongside government, healthcare providers and communities to promote awareness, early detection and patient support across Kampala.”
Patience Asiimwe
Executive Director, Uganda Cancer Society
“The Ministry of Health welcomes Kampala’s partnership with C/Can, which aligns with Uganda’s national cancer control priorities and strengthens efforts to provide equitable, quality cancer care across the country.”
Dr Charles Olaro
Director General, Health Services Uganda
“This partnership with C/Can will enable Kampala city to accelerate progress in cancer care, ensuring equitable access to quality services for our citizens.”
Sharifah Buzeki
Executive Director, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA)
“ Kampala’s partnership with C/Can represents an important opportunity to reinforce coordination across providers, expand capacity and ensure that patients receive the care they need.”
Dr Jackson Orems
Executive Director, Uganda Cancer Institute
“Santa Fe supports locally led projects in Rosario, working with the city and C/Can to improve equitable access to quality cancer care.”
Dr. Silvia Ciancio
Minister of Public Health - Province of Santa Fe
“Rosario has talent and commitment, but cancer care remains fragmented. With City Cancer Challenge, we are aligning efforts to improve access and quality.”
Dr. Nicolas Mainardi
President - Oncology Association of Rosario (AOR)
“The C/Can approach is unique for Tbilisi: it not only brought patients into the equation, but also health care providers and policymakers.”
Gela Chiviashvili
Head of Tbilisi City Hall’s Department of Healthcare and Social Services.
Tbilisi City Hall's Department of Healthcare and Social Services
Tbilisi City Hall's Department of Healthcare and Social Services
“Civil society is key to inclusive health systems. We’re proud to join this effort and ensure affected communities’ voices shape every step.”
Fatou Fadika Coulibaly
President - Coalition des Organisations de Lutte contre le Cancer en Côte d'Ivoire (COLCC)
“C/Can led the development of the breast cancer guide, helping unify criteria and strengthen multidisciplinary decision-making.”
Dr. Valeria Sanabria
Breast surgeon and project coordinator of the breast cancer guidelines.
Paraguayan Mastology Society
Paraguayan Mastology Society
“The multisectoral initiative and partnership model of C/Can has enabled significant improvements in cancer care management in Myanmar. ”
Prof. Rai Mra
C/Can City Executive Committee, Chair Yangon
/ President of Myanmar Medical Association.
Myanmar Medical Association
/ President of Myanmar Medical Association.
Myanmar Medical Association
“Tbilisi’s collaboration with C/Can advances cancer care by combining local expertise with global best practices for a patient-centered system.”
Mikheil Sarjveladze
Minister.
Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Labour, Health and Social Affairs of Georgia
Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Labour, Health and Social Affairs of Georgia
“The Cancer Agency proudly nominated Rosario and supports projects that will enhance the quality of oncology care in the city.”
Dr. Alejandro Chinellato
Director - Provincial Cancer Control Agency
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