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Algeria Hosts International Conference on Cancer Research
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Algeria Hosts International Conference on Cancer Research

From El Watan · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Algeria hosted an international conference on cancer research in Algiers, under the patronage of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
  • The event, organized with the WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer, gathers global experts to discuss cancer prevention and treatment.
  • The conference focuses on advancing research, innovation, and the use of new technologies like AI in the fight against cancer, aligning with Algeria's national strategy.

Algeria's capital, Algiers, became a hub for global health expertise this week, hosting an international conference dedicated to cancer research. The event, held at the Abdelatif Rahal International Conference Center, convened leading researchers, specialists, and experts from Algeria and abroad.

Under the patronage of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the conference highlighted Algeria's commitment to prioritizing health, national research, and innovation as key drivers of national development. Minister of Health Mohamed Seddik Aรฏt Messaoudene emphasized that the gathering aligns with the nation's vision for public policy and its recently implemented National Strategy for Cancer Prevention and Control for 2025-2035.

The conference agenda featured scientific presentations and workshops focused on advancing research, fostering innovation, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence. These sessions aimed to enhance cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies, underscoring a forward-looking approach to tackling the disease.

the vision adopted by the country's high authorities which places health, national research and innovation at the forefront of public policies and catalysts for national development.

โ€” Mohamed Seddik Aรฏt MessaoudeneThe Minister of Health highlighted Algeria's commitment to health and research during his opening address at the international cancer conference.
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Originally published by El Watan in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.