I was diagnosed with cancer in July 2008. At the moment, I finished my 4th chemotherapy of three weekly regime and it's tough for the patient and family. What is important is that it has brought a sense of awareness for my family,my circle of friends and myself as to the alarming rate of cancer affecting a wide cross section of Malaysians.The point is, it is sad that the public at large including politicians are not being bombarded with information,with regards to this serious illness called cancer. I am sure many Malaysians and some politicians may still not know the seriousness of cancer. I would humbly like to suggest that the government give top priority to cancer in terms of quick diagnostic facilities, up to date medications and importantly the doctors, nurses ,basically the whole support team involved in cancer treatment. It has to start from the public awareness of their way of life,diet and hygiene.The symptoms must be made known to the public at large.The Ministry of Health and Information must play their role for all Malaysians to be well informed about cancer, just as much as road safety. Let's form a task force to tackle this problem first rather than politics all year round. Enough of bickering and lets get together and do something to improve the already good quality of life and make it better for 'Tanah tumpahnya darahku Malaysia and the rakyat' before we join other countries that are lacking behind.
