In Iraq; the community has suffered considerably in the past 40 years that makes any attempt of repair very difficult. Our hospital operates below the standard on all levels, the pediatric oncology unit, which has a capacity of 30 single beds, is occupied by double or triples. In 2010; new patients with cancer reached 366. Drug shortages, limitation of diagnostic facilities, lack of infection control and pain management have major impact on the management of children with cancer. Telemedicine program has an impact to improve the service; we have just ourselves and feelings of responsibility to keep motivation and looking forward for any help to continue.
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