The Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO) with support from the American Cancer Society (ACS) has been implementing the cancer education materials for patients and caregivers (CEMPC) program since 2017. The program trains and equips oncology health workers to provide high quality and standardized cancer education to newly diagnosed patients and their caregivers and provides reference booklets with basic information on cancer to newly diagnosed patients and their caregivers. The program ensures that education and information that is people-centered, scientifically accurate, culturally and linguistically appropriate is provided to patients and their caregivers to enhance their understanding and decision-making around treatment and to assist them in managing cancer. As at end of 2024, KENCO has trained over 100 health workers and distributed over 2,000 flipcharts for use by health workers, over 1,000 communication tip sheets for health workers and over 78,000 booklets to patients or their caregivers. KENCO primarily works with public health facilities providing cancer services in the CEMPC program.
The newly updated 3rdedition CEMPC are available as follows:
- Dual-language flipchart for use by health workers in passing information to patients and their caregivers
- Patient/Caregiver booklet in both English and Swahili
The 3rd edition CEMPC booklets are digitally available for use and download at www.kenconetwork.org/cempc. To learn more or to access print copies of the CEMPC booklets or the companion flipchart, contact KENCO through info@kenconetwork.org or kenconetwork@gmail.com.
To download CEMPC booklet, click on the appropriate links below;
The Cancer Education Materials for Patients and Caregivers (CEMPC) are owned and copyrighted by the American Cancer Society (ACS) and developed in close collaboration with The Ministry of Health of Kenya, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Aga Khan Hospital, and the Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO). A team from the Ministry of Health of Kenya, the National Cancer Institute of Kenya, KENCO, KNH, and a patient representative from Hope Beyond Cancer Trust contributed to the edits and additions made to the 3rd edition.
Permissions for Printing and Distribution: ACS considers any individual, organization, or health institution to be an “Authorized User” with permission to copy or reproduce and distribute unlimited copies of the CEMPC in their entirety, provided that such reproduction and distribution is solely for personal, informational, educational, and non-commercial purposes, and copyright credit is given to the American Cancer Society, Inc.
Dissemination of 3rd Edition of CEMPC
Building Capacity in Cancer Care Across 31 Counties Through Health Worker Training
The Cancer Education Material for Patients and Caregivers (CEMPC) 3rd Edition material, a collaborative
effort by KENCO and its key partners with support from the American Cancer Society, is revolutionizing cancer care throughout Kenya.
This vital initiative has had a significant impact, training 104 healthcare workers across 41 healthcare facilities in 31 counties.
By equipping healthcare professionals with enhanced skills in cancer detection, management, and patient support, CEMPC is actively strengthening healthcare systems.
This ensures the delivery of inclusive, life-saving care to communities nationwide, bringing us closer to a future where every Kenyan has access to the comprehensive cancer care they deserve.
Key Highlights of CEMPC 3rd Edition Materials
- Culturally relevant, dual-language materials in English and Swahili.
- Topics covered: Cancer prevention, early detection, treatment options, coping strategies, and caregiver support.
- Standardized cancer education training for healthcare workers to promote early detection and improve patient communication.
Distribution of 3rd Edition Materials
- 11550 Booklets were distributed to trained facilities for onward distribution to newly diagnosed patients
- 174 flipcharts for use by trained health workers distributed.
