The Ministry of Health and Population revealed important facts about childhood cancer, stressing that every year about 400,000 children and adolescents suffer from cancer, ranging in age from 5 to 19 years.
The Ministry of Health and Population said: “The most common types of cancer among children are leukemia, brain cancer, lymphoma, and solid tumors.” “Most types of childhood cancer can be treated with medication, surgery, and radiotherapy,” she added.
The Ministry of Health and Population had revealed the examinations and analyzes of the follow-up program for patients with cirrhosis of the liver and the early detection of cancerous liver tumors.
The Ministry of Health said: “Free periodic examinations and analyzes are conducted to ensure the health of patients.” She explained: “Ultrasound examination services are provided, along with oncology analyzes, every 4 months, in order to check on the health of the woman.”