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    A mobile-based personalized nutrition support system for cervical cancer patients case study: Uganda Cancer Institute
    (Uganda Christian University, 2026-05-26) Natabo Dorcus Kwagala; Musiimenta Daphineliz; Ninsiima Whitney
    Cervical cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2023), cervical cancer accounts for over 600,000 new cases and more than 340,000 deaths globally each year. In Uganda, it is the most common cancer among women and a major public health concern. Reports from the Uganda Cancer Institute indicate that thousands of new cervical cancer cases are registered annually, with many patients presenting at advanced stages. Malnutrition is a serious challenge among cancer patients. Studies show that between 40% to 80% of cancer patients experience some form of malnutrition during treatment (WHO, 2022). At Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI), a significant number of cervical cancer patients were identified as either malnourished or at nutritional risk due to treatment side effects and limited access to personalized nutrition guidance. This project focused on the design and development of NutriCan, a mobile-based personalized nutrition system aimed at supporting cervical cancer patients at UCI. The system provides tailored dietary recommendations based on cancer stage, treatment type, symptoms and coexisting conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. The application emphasizes the use of locally available and affordable Ugandan foods to ensure cultural relevance and practicality. The study adopted a mixed-methods research approach using questionnaires, interviews, observations and document review. The Prototype Model of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) was used to allow iterative improvements based on user feedback. Findings showed that a mobile-based personalized nutrition system can improve access to reliable dietary information, support symptom-based meal planning and empower patients to make informed decisions. The study concluded that NutriCan has the potential to reduce malnutrition risks and improve overall well-being among cervical cancer patients. Future improvements may include integration with hospital systems and expansion to other cancer types.