Cancer cases are on the rise in India. Breast cancer and cervical cancer are the most common cancer amongst Indian women. But awareness levels for both are very low amongst the community.
High-tech imaging technologies, blood tests, personalized cancer screening programmes, and AI are innovations that have contributed to early cancer detection.
World Cancer Day: Only 18 to 20 per cent of cancer patients in India have access to radiation therapy; social stigma and lack of awareness delays treatment, contributing to an increase in cancer deaths.
On an attempt to raise cancer awareness, almost 50,000 women were screened for breast cancer in Goa, out of which 24 of them tested positive.
The health expert explained that though awareness has slightly improved among women, the stage of presentation and timeliness still remain a concern
In 2020, around 21 per cent of the total cervical cases and 23 per cent of deaths from cervical cancer worldwide occurred in India.
Dr Pratik Patil discusses what may cause prostate cancer and its common warning signs.
Breast cancer kills thousands of women every year. Regular screening can help detect the cancer at an early stage, when it is easier to treat.
The purpose of cancer screening is to identify cancer at an early stage when there is still a high chance of successfully treating the disease, said the expert.
Breast cancer screening can help discover breast cancer early, when it is simpler to treat, even though it cannot prevent breast cancer.
Greater awareness, better diagnostics and more effective treatment have enabled early identification of breast cancer and increase a patient's chances of survival.
Dr Hemanth Vudayaraju shares the importance of breast cancer screening, especially among young women.
Importance Of Regular Testing For Prostate Cancer By Dr Suhas Aagre
Regular cervical cancer screenings can help detect the deadly cancer early and tackle it on time. Know the difference between Pap test and HPV test.
The project aims to screen 15,000 suspected females within one year and help establish a referral pathway for follow-ups for diagnosis and treatment initiation.
Researchers suggested that multiparametric ultrasound (mpUSS) can used as a first test for prostate cancer in areas where people do not have easy access to high quality MRI scans.
Due to hectic schedules, we often neglect our health. But it is important to go for regular health check-ups as it will help detect health problems even before they start.
Most of the cancers, if detected timely can be cured with better management. It is important to undergo regular health check-up to understand our current health status and for early detection of any abnormalities.
Cancer cases are on the rise in India. Breast cancer and cervical cancer are the most common cancer amongst Indian women. But awareness levels for both are very low amongst the community.
High-tech imaging technologies, blood tests, personalized cancer screening programmes, and AI are innovations that have contributed to early cancer detection.
World Cancer Day: Only 18 to 20 per cent of cancer patients in India have access to radiation therapy; social stigma and lack of awareness delays treatment, contributing to an increase in cancer deaths.
On an attempt to raise cancer awareness, almost 50,000 women were screened for breast cancer in Goa, out of which 24 of them tested positive.
The health expert explained that though awareness has slightly improved among women, the stage of presentation and timeliness still remain a concern
In 2020, around 21 per cent of the total cervical cases and 23 per cent of deaths from cervical cancer worldwide occurred in India.
Dr Pratik Patil discusses what may cause prostate cancer and its common warning signs.
Breast cancer kills thousands of women every year. Regular screening can help detect the cancer at an early stage, when it is easier to treat.
The purpose of cancer screening is to identify cancer at an early stage when there is still a high chance of successfully treating the disease, said the expert.
Breast cancer screening can help discover breast cancer early, when it is simpler to treat, even though it cannot prevent breast cancer.
Greater awareness, better diagnostics and more effective treatment have enabled early identification of breast cancer and increase a patient's chances of survival.
Dr Hemanth Vudayaraju shares the importance of breast cancer screening, especially among young women.
Importance Of Regular Testing For Prostate Cancer By Dr Suhas Aagre
Regular cervical cancer screenings can help detect the deadly cancer early and tackle it on time. Know the difference between Pap test and HPV test.
The project aims to screen 15,000 suspected females within one year and help establish a referral pathway for follow-ups for diagnosis and treatment initiation.
Researchers suggested that multiparametric ultrasound (mpUSS) can used as a first test for prostate cancer in areas where people do not have easy access to high quality MRI scans.
Due to hectic schedules, we often neglect our health. But it is important to go for regular health check-ups as it will help detect health problems even before they start.
Most of the cancers, if detected timely can be cured with better management. It is important to undergo regular health check-up to understand our current health status and for early detection of any abnormalities.
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