The government will build a 15-storey cancer hospital in each of the eight divisions within the next two years, Health and Family Welfare Minister Zahid Maleque said Thursday.

Using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, an international research team led by Chinese scientists has developed a rapid and accurate screening model to detect lymph nodes, which can assist doctors in cancer treatment.

Dhaka, Sept 30 (UNB) – Though the number of cancer patients is growing alarmingly in the country, treatment facilities and specialist doctors are very scanty here for lack of a comprehensive oncology education programme, said experts.

Dhaka, Sept 28 (UNB) - Speakers at a seminar on Saturday emphasized greater awareness among the people to prevent the spread of cancer as the deadly disease increasing fast in the country due to food adulteration, pollution and tobacco products consumption.

Dhaka, Sept 20 (UNB) - Planning Minister MA Mannan on Friday said the government is working to improve cancer treatment in the country.