Today… February 15th…. is International Childhood Cancer Day
Join us in saying #NoMoreLoss: The World Health Organization’s goal is to bring the global survival rate of childhood cancer up to 60% by 2030. #ICCD2019
2,500,000 children die every year with serious health-related suffering. 98% of these children live in low- and middle-income countries. #ICCD2019 #NoMorePain
The global incidence of childhood cancer is increasing. As much as 80% of childhood cancer is diagnosed too late, when treatment is not available or does not exist. #ICCD2019 #NoMoreLoss
Across the world, nations are viewing the U.S. as a cautionary tale about the dangers of painkillers. As a result, opioid access is heavily restricted in many places — even for those who need it, like children with cancer. #ICCD2019 #NoMorePain
Two-thirds of countries worldwide offer no palliative care services for children, according to a 2011 study. #ICCD2019 #NoMorePain
Join us in saying #NoMoreLoss: The World Health Organization’s goal is to bring the global survival rate of childhood cancer up to 60% by 2030. #ICCD2019
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