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Long radiotherapy waiting times in Nigeria

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Dr Nuhu Tumba - Bingham University, Nigeria

Dr Nuhu Tumba speaks to ecancer about his new article published in ecancermedicalscience.

Dr Tumba explores the problems associated with large waiting times for radiotherapy in Nigeria.

He explains why these problems exist, and some suggestions as to how they can be improved, starting with more governmental support and partnerships.

Read Dr Tumba's journal article on ecancer here.

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