The Moroccan Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MOASCC) organized the "Best of MASCC 2026" conference in Rabat on September 26, 2026. This event, held in partnership with the Lalla Salma Foundation for Cancer Prevention and Treatment and the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC), brought together healthcare professionals involved in cancer patient care. The conference aimed to present key findings and results from the MASCC/ISOO international congress held in Melbourne, Australia, in June 2026.
The conference featured several national and international experts who presented notable works from the past year. The morning session focused on advocacy and inequalities in access to supportive care, as well as the role of integrative oncology based on evidence. The afternoon session covered the management of toxicities associated with new anticancer therapies, including cardiotoxicity, psychosocial interventions, adapted physical activity, and support for caregivers.
Dr. Mounir Bachouchi, president of MOASCC, emphasized the importance of prioritizing supportive care in cancer treatment. He stated that therapeutic progress has transformed patient prognosis but also shifted the focus from solely treating the disease to accompanying individuals living with it and its effects. Supportive care is crucial for preserving treatment tolerance and observance, reducing avoidable hospitalizations, and maintaining quality of life and autonomy.
The conference also highlighted the vision of the Lalla Salma Foundation for supportive care, presented by Dr. Rachid Bekkali, as well as MOASCC's advocacy for recognizing supportive care as a pillar of excellence in cancer care in Morocco. The event provided a platform for experts to share best practices and discuss challenges in implementing supportive care in their respective services.
MOASCC is a Moroccan association dedicated to supportive care in oncology, working to train healthcare professionals and improve the quality of life for cancer patients in collaboration with international scientific societies. The association's efforts aim to bridge the gap between Morocco and the international community in terms of supportive cancer care.
The "Best of MASCC 2026" conference marked a significant milestone as the first edition to be held in Africa. It demonstrated the growing importance of supportive care in cancer treatment on the continent and provided a valuable opportunity for knowledge sharing and collaboration among healthcare professionals.
Key outcomes from the conference included a deeper understanding of the role of supportive care in enhancing cancer treatment outcomes and the need for increased awareness and advocacy to ensure equitable access to these essential services. The event concluded with a commitment to continued collaboration and knowledge sharing to advance supportive care in Morocco and beyond.
Key points
- The conference was organized by MOASCC in partnership with the Lalla Salma Foundation and MASCC.
- The event featured presentations on the management of toxicities associated with new anticancer therapies.
- MOASCC aims to improve the quality of life for cancer patients through training and advocacy for supportive care.
