As the globe commemorates World Cancer Day on February 4, cancer continues to rear its viciousness, ravaging millions in its wake, leaving behind a trail of deaths, an impact that extends beyond physical health, affecting the emotional and financial well-being of the affected persons and their families.
Cancer, a significant global concern, has been ranked as the second leading cause of deaths worldwide, while in Kenya it is the third leading cause of deaths after cardiovascular and infectious diseases.
However, prevention strategies, early detection, and timely treatment have been confirmed to play a crucial role in combating cancer.
Kenya News Agency walks the journey with a woman who has remained resilient to overcome her breast cancer diagnosis over a year ago.