Prioritizing Cancer Control: Prevention, Screening, and Advanced Treatment
Cancer is a growing global health crisis, with alarming statistics highlighting the urgency of action. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reported nearly 20 million new cases and 9.7 million cancer-related deaths in 2022 alone. This grim trend is projected to worsen, with an estimated 35 million new cases annually by 2050. Southeast Asia , in particular, faces a significant burden, with over 1.1 million new cases and 700,000 deaths in 2022, with breast, lung, and colorectal cancers leading the charge. Dr. Zee Ying Kiat Senior Consultant of Medical Oncology Parkway Cancer Center Parkway Cancer Center recently hosted a media roundtable event titled "Common Adult Cancers: Prevention, Screening, and Treatment" at the New World Hotel. Dr. Zee Ying Kiat, Senior Consultant of Medical Oncology at Parkway Cancer Center, led the discussion, highlighting the importance of awareness and education in empowering individuals to take proactive steps in their ...