Why Early Cancer Detection is Vital in Mexico
Cancer is often curable if detected early. However, Mexico faces a high cancer mortality rate due to late diagnosis, a lack of widespread screening programs, and poor cancer death records.
Picture a duel: in one corner, a fearsome creature, the word “cancer” written across its monstrous armor. In the other, stands… you? Cowering? Well, hold on just a second. Maybe we should switch those armor sets around.
While cancer's reputation is well-earned, Dr. Alejandro Zentella Dehesa from UNAM Biomedical Research Institute reminds us that it's often treatable if caught early. It's this delay in diagnosis that gives cancer the upper hand. In Mexico, sadly, 60% of those diagnosed will likely lose their lives within the next few years. Not because cancer is unbeatable, but because of late detection.
