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(File photo courtesy of World Health Organization) MANILA Cancer is now the third leading cause of death nationwide, with lung cancer ranking number one in mortality, a health expert said Friday. During a media forum at the sidelines of the National Cancer Summit, Philippine Society of Medical Oncology president Dr. Rosario Pitargue noted there are 184 cases diagnosed in 100,000 patients and that 96 deaths related to cancer are reported daily. "In terms of death, lung [cancer], it would be followed by liver, breast, colon and prostate," she said. Healthy Pilipinas co-convener Ralph Degollacion said that environment is contributor to cancer diagnosis, and it includes smoking, alcoholism, poor diet, and lack of physical activities. When it comes to cancer diagnosis, Cancer Coalition Philippines vice president Carmen Auste said there are hindrances which come from the patients themselves, the medical field, and the government. "Natatakot tayo magpa-check up dahil ang paki

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