The global burden of cancer in children is often overlooked despite being a distinct subgroup with unique epidemiology, clinical care needs, & societal impact. For International Childhood #Cancer Day, we want to address the burden inequities that exist around the world #ICCD2023 
Childhood cancer (affecting ages 0-19) was the #9 leading cause of childhood disease burden globally in 2017. Children in low-income places are most impacted: 82% of global childhood cancer DALYs occurred in low & middle socio-demographic Index locations.
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More than 11 MILLION YEARS of healthy life were estimated to be lost due to childhood cancer in 2017. Collectively childhood cancers were the #6 biggest contributor to total cancer burden when compared to individual cancers in adults (such as lung, liver, stomach, colon & breast)
What can be done for this high childhood #cancer burden?
Global action to improve childhood cancer outcomes will require well-functioning health systems capable of early diagnosis and effective treatment" and support.
Global action to improve childhood cancer outcomes will require well-functioning health systems capable of early diagnosis and effective treatment" and support.
Accurate childhood cancer burden data are crucial for resource planning and health policy prioritization. With awareness and international days like International Childhood Cancer Day, we hope that more attention and funding go towards solving this global #CareGap.
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