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Childhood cancer cases on the rise; oncologist lists challenges in cancer care

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New Delhi: Childhood cancer remains one of the leading causes of disease-related deaths in children globally. It accounts for less than 5% of all cancers. Each year, approximately 400,000 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer, with over 75,000 new cases emerging in India alone. However, it is essential to understand that childhood cancers are significantly different in terms of presentation, treatment, and prognosis when compared to adult cancers. The prognosis is often optimistic. Advanced cancer treatments have........

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