Beyond the medicine Building family centred cancer care

As cancer rates continue to rise globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, the conversation around cancer care is expanding beyond treatment alone. In this session from #DevexImpactHouse @ WHA, global health leaders, clinicians, psychologists, patient advocates, and policymakers explore why psychosocial and family-centered support must become a core part of cancer care systems. The conversation examines how emotional, social, and economic challenges impact not only patients, but also caregivers, parents, siblings, and entire families navigating the cancer journey. Session highlights: 🔹 Reimagining inclusive and human-centred cancer care Ponda Motsepe-Ditshego of Amgen discusses the importance of building more inclusive health systems that integrate psychosocial support, innovation, and equitable access into cancer care delivery. 🔹 The hidden burden on families and caregivers Dr. Nihad Salifu of Greater Accra Regional Hospital in Ghana shares perspectives from pediatric oncology care, exploring how psychosocial stress, caregiver burnout, stigma, and financial strain can affect treatment adherence and patient outcomes. 🔹 Psychosocial support and survivorship care Ana Lucía Fuentes de Antillón of St. Jude Global, Dr. Fatima Cardoso of ABC Global Alliance, and Joao Braganca of Childhood Cancer International discuss the importance of psychological support, caregiver well-being, survivorship care, and family-centered approaches across different healthcare settings. 🔹 Innovation, health systems, and the future of cancer care The discussion explores how stronger health systems, digital innovation, patient advocacy, and cross-sector collaboration can help scale more inclusive and compassionate cancer care globally. Moderated by: Kate Warren, Executive Vice President & Executive Editor, Devex This conversation was hosted by Devex in partnership with Amgen. For more international development news, visit: http://www.devex.com Subscribe to the Devex YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c... Follow us on: Facebook: @Devex Instagram: @devex_com LinkedIn: @Devex