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50,000 Cases, Countless Waits: Kashmir’s Cancer Battle Intensifies

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50,000 Cases, Countless Waits: Kashmir's Cancer Battle Intensifies

Long waits for treatment cut life shorter for Kashmir’s cancer patients; Kashmir’s battle against cancer is intensifying, with nearly 50,000 new cases reported over the past seven years. Srinagar, Feb 3: In Kashmir, the Cancer treatment and care infrastructure meant to alleviate suffering remains crippled by systemic gaps, staff shortages, and delayed promises, leaving patients grappling with agonizing waits for diagnosis and treatment. Kashmir’s battle against cancer is intensifying, with nearly 50,000 new cases reported over the past seven years. The State Cancer Institute (SCI) at SKIMS Soura Srinagar, was expected…

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Cancer: A Growing Menace in Kashmir

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Cancer: A Growing Menace in Kashmir

Cancer Cases on the Rise in Kashmir: A Growing Health Concern Kashmir, a region renowned for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, is now facing an emerging health crisis as cancer diagnoses surge. The increasing incidence of cancer has sent shockwaves through the local community and healthcare authorities alike. While the exact causes behind this worrisome trend are still under investigation, experts suggest that a combination of factors may be responsible, encompassing lifestyle changes, environmental influences, and genetic predisposition. The rising prevalence of cancer, spanning various types, such as…

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