How Research Is Transforming Cancer Care in Uganda | It’s All Mental Podcast Ep. 16 скачать в хорошем качестве

How Research Is Transforming Cancer Care in Uganda | It’s All Mental Podcast Ep. 16

In Episode 16 of the It’s All Mental Podcast, Asiat Nakawunde sits down with Peter Mooka, a Psycho-Oncologist and Public Health Specialist at the Uganda Cancer Institute, to explore how research, innovation, and mental health support are shaping the future of cancer care in Uganda. Peter breaks down the groundbreaking work being done through the UCI–Fred Hutch Collaboration a partnership between the Uganda Cancer Institute and Fred Hutch Cancer Center focused on advancing cancer and infectious disease research, strengthening clinical care, and building local research capacity. He discusses how new discoveries and innovations from this partnership are directly improving patient outcomes and informing oncologists in real time. The episode also examines Uganda’s National Cancer Control Program, the importance of early screening, and the stigma that keeps many from seeking help. Peter highlights the critical need for mental health services within cancer care, including how government and the Ministry of Health can better support psycho-oncology to improve the emotional well-being of both patients and caregivers. This insightful conversation blends science, policy, and compassion showing how research and mental health support must work hand in hand to transform cancer care in Uganda. #ItsAllMental #ItsAllMentalPodcast