Benghazi – Dr. Nadia bin Jwairf, a member of the National Program for Early Cancer Detection, announced that five cases of cancer were identified among beneficiaries of the program at three polyclinics in Benghazi during August and September 2026.
Bin Jwairf explained that the cases were registered through the program’s dedicated online platform. Each patient underwent thorough medical and laboratory examinations that confirmed the diagnosis. The patients were referred for further procedures and to determine the appropriate treatment protocol for each case, based on the medical team’s evaluation.
She emphasized that these results highlight the importance of early detection and regular screenings for increasing opportunities for treatment and recovery. She urged citizens to undergo checkups rather than wait for symptoms to appear.
The program offers free screening and diagnostics for breast, colon, and lung cancers as part of its efforts to promote health prevention and raise awareness of the importance of regular checkups.
As part of its efforts to expand outreach and services, the program has launched the “Tell Us How You Are” campaign. This initiative, in cooperation with public and private institutions and civil society organizations, aims to raise awareness about early detection, intensify outreach and diagnostic activities, and reach more cities and regions across Libya.
The Ministry of Health launched the program on July 12, 2026, to coincide with International Hope Day. It is supported by the General Command of the Armed Forces, directed by the government, and closely monitored by the Deputy Minister of Health.
The program began offering its first phase of services in Benghazi on August 1, 2026, as part of a plan to gradually expand to other cities and regions throughout Libya.