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September's Blood Cancer Month: Early Detection Saves Lives
9/14/2025
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- September 2025 is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, focusing on early detection of Multiple Myeloma in Indonesia.
- Takeda, Multiple Myeloma Indonesia, and the Health Ministry launched the campaign “Realize, Understand & Make Peace with Multiple Myeloma.”
- Multiple Myeloma accounts for 3,289 new cases annually in Indonesia, ranking 19th among cancers.
- Early detection can enhance survival rates and lower treatment costs.
- Symptoms include fatigue, night sweats, unexplained bruising, and swollen lymph nodes; individuals should seek medical attention if they notice these signs.
