Asia-Pacific Oral Cancer Early Detection Network - Building a collaborative regional network to address barriers to early detection of oral cancer through data sharing, capacity building, telemedicine, and eLearning
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Oral cancer remains a significant health burden across many Asia-Pacific countries, where incidence rates are among the highest globally. APOCNET aims to establish a regional collaborative network across six countries to address the barriers to early detection.
Our project focuses on leveraging the TEIN*CC network infrastructure to support the creation of scalable, sustainable training and detection platforms, ensuring equitable access to early diagnosis tools and collaborative research, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
To build a collaborative regional network (APOCNET) for addressing barriers to early detection of oral cancer in Asia-Pacific using shared resources, digital technologies, and capacity-building programs.
Two workshops engaging 25+ stakeholders to share experiences, challenges, and solutions with MoUs signed
Structured questionnaires gathering baseline data on national cancer plans and technological readiness
Documentation of barriers and mapping of shared and missing resources across all participating countries
Planning eOralDetect platform for oral lesion detection with infrastructure assessments completed
Collaborative proposals in telemedicine, cancer registry data, healthcare training, and tobacco control
Low-cost teleconsultation tools for lesion assessment and follow-up care in remote and rural communities.
eOralDetect eLearning program for oral cancer screening to build capacity across member countries.
Cross-country collaboration network leveraging TEIN*CC infrastructure for seamless data sharing.
Collaborative cancer registry initiatives for tracking trends and improving early detection strategies.
Training programs for healthcare practitioners to detect high-risk oral lesions and provide early intervention.
Integrated tobacco cessation programs as part of comprehensive oral cancer prevention strategies.
Malaysia - Lead Institution
CRM - Research Partner
Cambodia
Indonesia
Thailand
Nepal - Health Sciences
Sri Lanka
Malaysia
Malaysia & Cambodia
Providing comprehensive eLearning platforms and training programs for healthcare professionals in oral cancer detection.
Building robust digital health infrastructure and telemedicine solutions for sustainable cancer care delivery.
Fostering international collaboration and knowledge sharing to strengthen regional health systems and cancer care.