DUKUTOBER MANGAZINE A SYMBOL OF HOPE AND SOLIDARITY IN ZAMBIA'S CANCER JOURNEY 

(PART 1)

By Daily News Reporter 

In Zambia, a beacon of hope shines bright – the Dukutober Cancer Wellness Magazine. 

This impactful publication shares authentic stories of courage, resilience, and determination from cancer survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

Speaking at the Dukutober Mangazine Launch for Zambian Cancer Society (ZSC) Senior Medical Superintendent at Cancer Disease Hospital ( CDH) in Lusaka Dr. Susan Msadabwe stated,

"We see cancer not as an illness only, but as a life-changing experience." Dr. Msadabwe said.

This powerful statement from Cancer Hospital highlights the importance of holistic care in Zambia's cancer response.

"Dukutober Magazine is a vital tool for sharing stories, providing information, and fostering connections" Dr. msadabwe said.

She further noted through this partnership between Cancer Hospital and the Zambian Cancer Society is making a difference. By sharing stories and experiences, they're helping patients feel less alone and more empowered.

She also said that they is need of Open conversations about cancer to reduce fear and increase support and also by Addressing physical, emotional, and social needs throughout the cancer journey 

The magazine's holistic approach addresses physical, emotional, and financial challenges, promoting comprehensive care. 

And Zambian Cancer Society  ( ZCS ) Founder/ Executive Director Ms Udie Soko added that by amplifying these voices, the Zambian Cancer Society fosters a compassionate community, empowering individuals to reclaim their narrative through such initiatives of a Magazine advocate.

The magazine has became our catalyst for connection. We talked about fears, hopes, and the unknown. We laughed, cried, and found solace in shared experiences. It was a turning point in our friendship and their cancer journey.

And one of the Cancer Survivors Ms Charity Phiri shared with Daily News her experience with Zambian Cancer Society that,

"I'll never forget the moment I handed a copy of Dukutober Magazine to a close friend. It wasn't just about sharing stories of cancer survivors; it was about opening a door to a conversation we'd both been avoiding", Ms Phiri said.

She added "My friend had been struggling to process their diagnosis, and I didn't know how to support them. But as they flipped through the magazine's pages, something shifted. They saw themselves in the stories, felt the emotions, and began to articulate feelings they'd kept inside",

Dukutober Magazine isn't just a publication – it's a bridge to understanding, a tool for connection, and a reminder that we're not alone.