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Ivorian First Lady Dominique Ouattara discussed the project with Alexandre Roquette, director general of the European Cancer Institute in Abidjan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roquette said the planned European Center for Nuclear Medicine will be equipped with a cyclotron and PET scan technology, making it the first facility of its kind in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the center will improve cancer diagnosis and treatment in Cote d’Ivoire and reduce the need for patients to travel abroad for care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ouattara applauded the initiative and efforts to strengthen medical infrastructure and expand access to advanced healthcare services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project is expected to enhance early disease detection and improve treatment capacity, positioning Cote d’Ivoire as a regional hub for nuclear medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A file photo of a medical cyclotron. The C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire project is expected to enhance early disease detection and improve treatment capacity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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