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The Brain Tumour Association of Kenya (BTAK) is a non-profit organisation registered in Kenya in accordance with the Kenya Societies Act. BTAK was established in 2021 by near-oncology healthcare professionals comprising a Neurologists, Neurooncologists, Neuropathologists and Neurosurgeons. The main purpose of establishing BTAK is to support brain tumour patients and caregivers through advocacy, promotion of quality healthcare, dissemination of information and creation of awareness of brain tumours.
BACKGROUND
The cancer burden has been rising globally, exerting significant pressure on populations and health systems. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals call for a reduction by one-third of premature mortality from non-communicable diseases(NCDs), including cancer.
In Kenya, cancer is the third leading cause of death after infectious and cardiovascular diseases. Brain tumours are the commonest cause of tumour-related deaths in children. Cancer prevention and control requires a health-systems approach that includes the entire continuum of care: prevention, early detection, treatment, palliative care, survivorship, monitoring, evaluation and research.
The Kenyan constitution(2010, Article 43) grants every person the right to the highest attainable standard of health, which includes the right to health care for brain tumour patients.
ABOUT US
VISION
A country where all brain tumour patients receive quality healthcare, are well informed and supported.
MISSION
To promote delivery of quality healthcare for brain tumour patients. We also aim to provide information, support and to advocate for brain tumour patients in Kenya.
Contact
Our Office
+254 707 935011
info@btak.co.org
Brain Tumour Association of Kenya
KMA Centre, Upperhill
Room 207 Mara Road,
P.O Box 556 – 00202 KNH,
Nairobi Kenya
