Chernobyl continues to ruin lives in Turkey

The transcript discusses the impact of the Chernobyl disaster on Cook, a former tea factory worker from Risa, Turkey, who believes his cancer was caused by radioactive fallout. The government failed to warn the public, leading to continued consumption of contaminated produce. Cancer rates, particularly leukemia, have increased significantly in Turkey, with treatment costs being prohibitively expensive for most. Only a small percentage of patients can afford treatment, and the full extent of the tragedy is still unfolding, with more cases expected to emerge over the next 30 years.

What is the estimated increase in leukemia patients in Turkey since the Chernobyl accident?

What challenges do cancer patients in Turkey face regarding treatment costs?