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The Importance of Raising Awareness for Pediatric Cancer

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Pediatric cancer means cancer in children. It is a difficult topic, but it is important to talk about it openly. Many people know a lot about adult cancer, but they know much less about cancer in children. Awareness helps people understand what families are going through and how they can help. Pediatric Cancer Is Often Hidden Childhood cancer is not as common as adult cancer, but it still affects many families every year. When a child becomes sick, daily life changes completely. Parents may need to stop working, siblings may feel worried or alone, and the whole family faces emotional stress. Most childhood cancers are not caused by lifestyle choices. Because of this, awareness is not only about prevention — it is about understanding, support, and early action. Awareness Helps With Early Detection Many early signs of childhood cancer look like normal illnesses. Children may feel tired, have a fever that does not go away, or show unusual bruises. When parents, teachers, and caregivers kn...
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New Hope for Children with Cancer in Thailand

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  Cancer in children is one of the hardest things any family can face. But in Thailand, there is good news. Doctors and researchers are now using new treatments , modern technology , and better care systems to help more children survive and live healthy lives. Better Results for Leukemia Treatment A large group of Thai doctors called the Thai Pediatric Oncology Group (ThaiPOG) has worked together to improve treatment for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) , the most common type of childhood cancer. They followed updated international medical plans and used genetic testing to understand each child’s cancer more clearly. Because of this, the results have become much better: About 75% of children stay cancer-free for at least 5 years , and More than 80% survive overall — a result close to the best hospitals in the world. This shows that Thailand now has modern, effective cancer treatment for many children. New Treatment Options in Thai Hospitals Many ...
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Location: Bangkok, Thailand
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Childhood Cancer Awareness – มะเร็งในเด็ก

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  Why It Matters – ทำไมจึงสำคัญ Childhood cancer is not rare. Every year, more than 1,000 children in Thailand are diagnosed. Some survive, but too many still die. มะเร็งในเด็กไม่ใช่เรื่องหายาก ทุกปีมีเด็กไทยมากกว่า 1,000 คนที่ตรวจพบ บางคนรอดชีวิต แต่หลายคนยังเสียชีวิต One survivor can give hope. But the loss of many children reminds us: we must do more. เด็กที่รอดชีวิตให้ความหวัง แต่การสูญเสียของเด็กหลายคนเตือนเราว่า เราต้องทำให้ดีกว่านี้ Signs to Watch – สัญญาณอันตราย Fever more than 2 weeks → ไข้เกิน 2 สัปดาห์ Easy bruising or bleeding → ช้ำง่าย เลือดออกง่าย Fast weight loss → น้ำหนักลดเร็ว Lump or swollen lymph nodes → มีก้อน หรือ ต่อมน้ำเหลืองโต Severe headache, morning vomiting → ปวดหัวรุนแรง อาเจียนตอนเช้า 👉 If you see these → go to the hospital quickly → ถ้าเห็นอาการเหล่านี้ ควรรีบไปโรงพยาบาล The Reality in Thailand – ความจริงในประเทศไทย Some families reach hospital too late. → หลายครอบครัวไปโรงพยาบาลช้าเกินไป Treatment can be expensive,...
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A New Hope in Cancer Treatment? Korean Scientists Make a Big Discovery

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  Could cancer be turned off instead of destroyed? That’s the big question many are now asking after a group of scientists in South Korea made a very exciting discovery. What Did They Find? A team of researchers from KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology), led by Professor Kwang-Hyun Cho , found a possible new way to treat cancer. Instead of killing cancer cells with strong treatments like chemotherapy or radiation , they found a way to change cancer cells back into normal cells . Yes — they didn’t destroy the cancer cells. They reprogrammed them so they act like healthy cells again. How Did They Do It? The team used a special computer model called a digital twin . This model helped them study how genes inside colon cancer cells work. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI) , they used a program called BENEIN to find the “master switches” in the genes that control whether a cell is healthy or cancerous. When they turned off some of these switche...
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What’s new in childhood cancer treatment in Thailand in 2025:

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Big Step Forward: Thai-Made Cancer Medicine In July 2025, Thailand introduced a new medicine called Imcranib 100 . It was developed by Thai scientists at the Chulabhorn Royal Academy , led by Princess Chulabhorn . This medicine helps treat serious cancers like leukaemia and rare skin tumours. It targets cancer cells directly, so children may have fewer side effects like hair loss or nausea. Because it’s made in Thailand, it’s much cheaper than imported drugs, making treatment more affordable for Thai families.   Smart Medicine: Targeted Therapy Imcranib 100 is part of a new type of treatment called targeted therapy : It looks for special changes in cancer cells and attacks only those. This means less damage to healthy cells , which is very important for growing children.   Early Detection Is Still a Challenge Doctors in Thailand are worried that many cancers in children are still found too late . Ab...
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Childhood Cancer Protection in 2025

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Childhood cancer is a big health problem worldwide, and Southeast Asia is working hard to improve protection, early detection, and treatment. In 2025, Thailand and its neighboring countries are making great progress to help children with cancer get better care. The Problem of Childhood Cancer in Southeast Asia Every year, around 400,000 children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer, and about 61,000 of these cases happen in Southeast Asia. Sadly, nearly 45% of children in this region do not survive because of late diagnoses, limited treatment options, and weak healthcare systems. In richer countries, more than 85% of children with cancer survive. But in Southeast Asia, many cases are not even diagnosed, meaning children don’t get the help they need. The most common childhood cancers in the region are: Leukemia (blood cancer) Brain tumors Lymphoma (cancer of the immune system)  Thailand’s Role in Fighting Childhood Cancer Thailand is a leader in healthcare and ...
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Should Governments invest more in Childhood cancer research?

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I believe that increasing government investment in childhood cancer research is essential for several reasons: 1. Unique Needs:  Childhood cancers differ biologically from adult cancers and often require distinct treatments and approaches. Increased funding can support specialized research, leading to better-targeted therapies and higher survival rates for children. 2. Limited Treatments:  Many treatments for children are adaptations of adult cancer therapies, which can cause severe long-term side effects in growing bodies. More research funding could lead to the development of treatments specifically designed for children, focusing on effectiveness and quality of life. 3. Improving Survival Rates:  While survival rates for many types of childhood cancer have improved, certain cancers still have poor prognoses. Increased research funding can help develop treatments for these challenging cases and drive advancements in early detection. 4. Reducing Long-Term Impacts:  ...
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