According to the World Health Organization, cervical cancer is a preventable disease, yet it is the most common cause of cancer in Africa in women. 34 out of 100,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and 23 out of 100,000 women die from the disease every year in Africa.
This compares with 7 out of 100,000 women being diagnosed with cervical cancer and 3 out of 100,000 women dying of the disease every year in North America. In Africa, most women are diagnosed at an advanced stage of cancer with low chances of a successful treatment. The Health Education and Wellness Rotarian Action Group (HEWRAG) aims to help Rotary members learn how to advocate for and organize cost effective, low technology programs to address this significant health issue.  For more information click here