oncology

‘Triple-negative breast cancer affecting more women below age 40’

People aware of breast cancer in general but not this more aggressive sub-type that has limited treatment options, an oncologist says

Only 71 oncology specialists in public healthcare facilities, says Health Ministry

Health Minister admits challenges in producing specialists in field, pressing need to increase numbers through parallel pathway, master's programs in medicine

Closing the care gap: govt hospital wait time for new cancer patients should be under a month

Despite the challenges posed by the increasing number of cancer patients, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad assured that the ministry has implemented effective mechanisms.  

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