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Santo Domingo.- Every May 28th, World Blood Cancer Day is commemorated, a date that seeks to bring visibility to the different forms of hematological diseases, such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and other malignant conditions that affect the blood, bone marrow, or lymphatic system.
These blood diseases represent approximately 6% of all oncological diagnoses worldwide, according to data from the World Health Organization. Although in many cases they are considered rare diseases, their impact is significant. For example, leukemia is diagnosed in more than 470,000 people each year globally. Early detection, access to innovative treatments, and bone marrow donation are key in the fight against these types of cancer.
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In recent years, medicine has achieved remarkable advances in targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and transplants, which has improved survival rates and the quality of life for many patients. However, access to these treatments is not equitable in all countries.World Blood Cancer Day also highlights the importance of being a bone marrow donor. Although many patients need a transplant to survive, only one in four finds a compatible donor within their family. Therefore, registering as a voluntary donor can make the difference between life and death for a person waiting for a second chance.
