New Delhi, April 16 -- Childhood cancer is rare, accounting for less than 1% of all cancer diagnoses however, it remains the second leading cause of death in children after accidents. Early detection is crucial for improving outcomes. While many symptoms overlap with common childhood illnesses, vigilance and prompt medical consultation are essential.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sumitra Meena, Co-Founder and CEO of digital paediatric care platform Babynama, shared, "Childhood cancer differs significantly from adult cancers. The most common types include leukaemia (blood cell cancer), brain tumours, lymphomas (lymphatic system cancer), neuroblastoma (nerve cell cancer), Wilms tumour (kidney cancer), bone cancers (osteosarcoma and...