EMPOWERING CERVICAL CANCER DETECTION: EVALUATING INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY IN MWALA SUB COUNTY HOSPITAL, MACHAKOS COUNTY, KENYA
Abstract
Cervical cancer remains a significant public health concern in Kenya, particularly in rural areas like Mwala Sub County in Machakos County. This study investigates the crucial role of institutional capacity in improving the early detection and management of cervical cancer in Mwala Sub County Hospital. Using a mixed-methods approach, we assess the current state of healthcare infrastructure, human resources, and equipment, and examine their impact on cervical cancer detection rates and patient outcomes. Our findings underscore the importance of bolstering institutional capacity through targeted interventions and resource allocation to enhance the detection and treatment of cervical cancer, ultimately reducing the burden of this preventable disease on the local population.
Keywords
Cervical cancer, Early detection, Institutional capacity
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