Egypt Breaks Guinness World Record for Early Cancer Screenings

The Egyptian Cabinet’s Media Center has published new statistics highlighting Egypt’s ongoing efforts in the fight against cancer through the Presidential Initiative for Early Cancer Detection.

According to the report, Egypt has set a new Guinness World Record for early cancer screening, performing eight screenings per minute for five types of cancer: lung, colon, breast, cervical, and prostate.

This milestone reflects the government’s commitment to building a comprehensive healthcare system that enhances citizens’ well-being and ensures universal health coverage in line with global standards. The Presidential Initiative for Early Cancer Detection stands as a cornerstone of Egypt’s public health strategy, aiming to combat non-communicable diseases, especially cancers, through early detection and free treatment, helping to increase recovery rates, reduce mortality, and strengthen public health security.

Launched in June 2023, the initiative provides free diagnosis and treatment for the five targeted cancers: lung, colon, prostate, cervical, and breast. It also supports Egypt’s national goal to eliminate cervical cancer by 2030.

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The program targets men and women aged 18 and above, with around 13.3 million citizens having participated in screenings as of mid-September 2025.

The media center’s infographics also explain how citizens can benefit from the initiative through a digital system that streamlines the process. Participants fill out a short health questionnaire at their local clinic to identify symptoms and the targeted type of cancer. They are then referred to partner hospitals for further testing.

If test results are negative, individuals receive guidance for regular follow-ups based on their health status. In positive cases, the patient is referred to a multidisciplinary medical committee to determine the appropriate treatment plan.

For diagnosis, the report highlights that colon cancer screening involves the Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) and colonoscopy, while cervical cancer detection relies on the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) test through a Pap smear.

The initiative also collaborates with non-governmental and scientific associations, including the Egyptian Society for Cancer Treatment, the Egyptian Society for Cervical Endoscopy, and a number of private laboratories, ensuring a wide network of expertise and support.

This record-breaking effort underscores Egypt’s determination to make early detection a national priority, protect lives, and position itself as a regional leader in preventive healthcare