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As cancer treatment advances, so must availability
Asia focus, Dumrongkiat Mala, Published on 25/12/2017
» New cancer treatments such as targeted therapies, immunotherapy and biological therapies could save thousands or even millions of lives from the deadly disease in Asia and worldwide, say experts.
Asian cancer treatment requires new approaches
Asia focus, Dumrongkiat Mala, Published on 14/11/2016
» Asia is now home to more than 6 million cancer patients or half of the cancer population worldwide. The number of cancer cases in the region is forecast to increase to 10.6 million by 2030 because of ageing and growing populations, lifestyle and socioeconomic changes, experts have warned.
Greying Asia needs a policy overhaul
Asia focus, Dumrongkiat Mala, Published on 26/09/2016
» Governments in Asia Pacific need to do more to prepare for the impact of a rapidly ageing population in order to maintain economic growth and ensure the wellbeing of all citizens, say experts.