Shining light to kill cancer cells


There are many modalities for treating cancer and your oncologist will discuss what's best for you. — Illustrations: DR LEE TZE YAN

Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, however, advancements in science continue to bring hope through better treatment options.

One such option is photodynamic therapy (PDT), a promising and less invasive treatment that uses light, a special drug and oxygen molecules to target and destroy cancer cells.

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