Cobalt-60 therapy

Cobalt-60 therapy is a type of radiation treatment used to destroy cancer cells. It uses a device called a machine that emits high-energy gamma rays from Cobalt-60, a radioactive isotope. The radiation is precisely aimed at the tumor, damaging the cancer cells' DNA and preventing their growth or causing them to die, while minimizing harm to surrounding healthy tissue. This form of therapy is commonly used for treating various cancers and is valued for its effectiveness and ability to target tumors deep inside the body.