Oncology Nurses Society-Kenya

Oncology Nurses Society-Kenya is a premier professional organization empowering oncology nurses to deliver
exceptional cancer care across Kenya and Globally.

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Theme: UNITED IN OUR GOALS, UNIQUE IN OUR NEEDS
Everyone has unique needs, unique perspectives, and a unique story to tell, yet people touched by cancer are united in a shared ambition to lower the cancer burden, to see cancer treated successfully, and to lead better lives with

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Happy #EasterWeekend 2025.

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#EidMubarak2025 #EidAlFitr2025 Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim brothers and sisters.

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Virtually join Dr Anne Mwirigi and Dr Rohini Radia this evening from 7PM EAT as they discuss “AML ➖A Local Perspective.”

Link 🔗 https://t.co/bsbHrOR8ul

Panelists:
Dr Peter Oyiro, Dr Beatrice Jepngetich and Dr Mercy Gatua.

Prof Abinya will moderate the session.

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ONS-K 2025 Public Webinar on Oncofertility: Supporting Fertility Preservation in Cancer Patients!
Date: Feb 25, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM (EAT).
Registration link: https://t.co/sJH6TKDvwY
Don’t miss! #Oncofertility

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practitioners, researchers, advocates, allies – to play an important role in the campaign.

#WorldCancerDay2025

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Theme: UNITED IN OUR GOALS, UNIQUE IN OUR NEEDS
Everyone has unique needs, unique perspectives, and a unique story to tell, yet people touched by cancer are united in a shared ambition to lower the cancer burden, to see cancer treated successfully, and to lead better lives with

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People-centred care accepts everyone for who they are, and it aims to deepen the connection not only between healthcare providers and patients but with whole communities. That’s why World Cancer Day counts on everyone – patients, loved ones, caregivers, friends, neighbours,

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An honor to join the celebration and launch of ONS-K - now a nursing society in Kenya. Congratulations! @ISNCC

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Honored to present on evidence-based practice #EBP and new #AI tools to help with clinical decision-making at the 10th annual Conference of the Kenyan oncology nurses - now Oncology Nursing Society-Kenya ONS-K. Congratulations to @OnconursesKENYA ! @ISNCC @RoselyneOkumu #Kenya

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A major highlight of the #10thONCKCONFERENCE was the official launch of the Oncology Nurses Society of Kenya (ONS-K), transitioning from the previous Oncology Nurses Chapter (ONC-K). The ceremony was led by Dr. Judith Awinja, Director of Nursing Services at MoH, (1/2)

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The 3-day #10thONCKCONFERENCE concluded with an ONS-K AGM meeting.
The workshop brought together experts and advocates, who successfully explored innovative solutions and addressed challenges in order to strengthen the future of cancer care in Kenya.

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“There’s an urgent need to increase cancer care funding to achieve Universal Health Coverage in Kenya. The high cost of treatment remains the main challenge, and better policies are essential to improve cancer care,” shared Micah Omolo in his presentation.

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The final day of the #10thONCKCONFERENCE focused on research and capacity building. Key topics included palliative care for advanced cancer patients and radiation treatment during pregnancy, featuring shielding and modification techniques.

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Case studies on both radiation in pregnancy and palliative care were also presented.

Another session highlighted the financial challenges in cancer treatment and the critical role of advocacy groups in closing the global funding gap.

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The evening also featured the presentation of certificates honoring selected oncology nurses for their exceptional service, including a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award and Partner Recognition Award.
#10thONCKCONFERENCE2024

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The second day ended on a high note with a gala dinner celebrating the transition to Oncology Nurses Society of Kenya (ONS-K). The atmosphere was filled with joy as nursing practitioners came together in dance and song.