Futureproofing cancer centres with talent and technology

By Dr HENG SIEW PING

Robotic surgery is one of the new technologies that are helping to improve cancer treatment. — 123rf.com

Cancer remains a significant health concern in Malaysia, with the National Cancer Society of Malaysia (NCSM) reporting over 20,000 cases yearly.

What is more alarming is the increasing number of younger Malaysians, aged between 35 and 64, receiving cancer diagnoses.

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