Cancer in Yemen

Alia Mohammed – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Cancer is one of the most dangerous and widespread diseases threatening human health, and its incidence in Yemen has increased significantly in recent years, placing a heavy burden on patients and their families. These challenges are compounded by the difficult situation the…

Ahmed Bajoaim – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) February 15th marks World Children’s Cancer Day, aiming to raise awareness about early detection. According to Dr. Walid Al-Batati, Executive Director of Hadhramaut Cancer Control Foundation (Amal), leukemia is the most common childhood cancer in Yemen, posing a significant challenge to the…

Hanan Hussein – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Amidst the conflict, the Yemeni arena is witnessing the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, particularly concerning cancer patients. These patients face a double burden due to the combined effects of conflict and their illness, threatening their lives and denying them their…

Afrah Borji – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Cancer patients undergo a difficult journey that extends beyond physical pain to encompass profound psychological suffering. They experience fear of the future, anxiety about treatment outcomes, and sometimes feelings of despair and isolation. Emotional and psychological support is a crucial factor that…

Hanan Hussein – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) The whimpers and cries of children, the rows of chairs filled with patients waiting for their names to be called to see a specialist, the laboratory window visited by many taking samples and receiving results, and the pharmacy window where a pharmacist…

Hebah Mohammed – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) In the journey of healing and resilience, challenges accumulate and stories converge in the world of chemotherapy. This weapon holds within it the hope of recovery, but at the same time, it poses a great challenge to the patient due to its…

Ahmed Bajoaim – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Our country is currently facing significant economic challenges that directly affect the most vulnerable groups in society, including cancer patients who suffer from the exorbitant costs of treatment amid the economic crisis. The ongoing conflict exacerbates the crisis, leading to a worsening…

Afrah Borji – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Cancer is a serious disease facing Yemen, posing a significant challenge to the healthcare sector, which is severely affected by a lack of resources and specialized medical facilities. Despite significant advances in cancer treatment in many countries, Yemen suffers from a major…