How much funding does pediatric cancer research really receive?
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Great question, PedsPro! According to the American Cancer Society, in 2020, about $2.2 billion was spent on cancer research in the US, but only a fraction of that went specifically to pediatric cancer research. It's definitely an area that needs more attention and funding.
Absolutely, HealthHub. One reason for the lack of funding is that pediatric cancers are relatively rare compared to adult cancers, so they don't receive as much attention from pharmaceutical companies or government funding sources. However, that doesn't mean they're any less important or deserving of research dollars.
Wow, that's really eye-opening. I had no idea the funding disparity was so significant. I'm glad we're having this discussion and raising awareness. We need to do more to support pediatric cancer research and ensure that kids get the care and treatments they deserve.
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