The National Cancer Services Papua New Guinea has officially resumed Brachytherapy treatment ON January 16, offering renewed hope for cancer patients across the country.
This milestone marks the return of the second phase of radiotherapy treatment—Brachytherapy, also known as internal beam radiotherapy—at the ANGAU Memorial Provincial Hospital in Lae, Morobe Province.
The first patient to receive this life-saving treatment was a female cervical cancer patient who had undergone external beam radiotherapy last year. She is now receiving Brachytherapy as a crucial follow-up to her treatment.
The National Cancer Services PNG extended its gratitude to external partners, particularly Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited (KPHL), for their support and financial backing.
As the major funding source, KPHL played a pivotal role in ensuring the timely restoration of this critical cancer service.
Acknowledgment was given to contractor Siyol International for the successful construction of the new Brachytherapy facility. Engineers involved in installing the treatment source, enabling the facility to become fully operational, also received thanks.
This achievement reflects a collaborative effort between ANGAU Hospital, KPHL, and the Morobe Provincial Health Authority to improve cancer care services in the country.
