Even though its incidence has declined in the last few years, Kangri Cancer is still prevalent in valley with fresh cases mostly being witnessed in remote areas. Kangri, an earthen pot is widely used in Kashmir during winters when mercury dips below normal. Its continuous use led to Kangri Cancer, a unique skin malignancy that proved fatal in most of the cases. Valley Medical Oncologists say that despite raising awareness, a few new cases of Kangri cancer are still being witnessed in Valley which often raises complication among patients. “It…
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