A review of Kenya's cancer policies to improve access to cancer testing and treatment in the country.
Louise Kathini Makau-BarasaSandra GreeneN A Othieno-AbinyaStephanie B WheelerAsheley SkinnerAntonia V BennettPublished in: Health research policy and systems (2020)
Revisions to Kenya's cancer policies are seeking to address gaps noted in past policies and to improve access to cancer testing and treatment in Kenya. However, based on study findings, additional actions can be taken to strengthen policy implementation. Considering the policy formulation and implementation process and costs, this study recommends focusing on three priority policy actions that can have significant impact on improving access to cancer testing and treatment services. These include addressing financing, insurance and human resources gaps; increasing stakeholder engagement; and decentralising health services for better surveillance and data to inform policies.