Artemis Hospitals celebrates World Cancer Day 2022
- Various events were organized with aim to create awareness to Conquer Cancer
Gurugram, 04 February 2022: Artemis Hospital, Gurugram organized a cancer awareness campaign on the occasion of World Cancer Day on 4th February. The objective of the campaign was to create awareness among people about the causes and prevention of cancer.
The event witnessed various activities and interactive sessions conducted by the team of Oncology experts of Artemis Hospitals. Dr. Hari Goyal, Chief – Medical Oncology (Unit I), Dr. Pawan K Singh, Head – Haemato Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant – Haemato Oncology, Dr. Deepak Jha, Clinical Lead Breast Surgery & Sr. Consultant Surgical Oncology, Dr. Parveen Yadav, Associate Chief and Sr. Consultant, Thoracic Surgery and Surgical Oncology, Dr. Subodh Chandra Pande, Chief – Radiation Oncology &Co-Chief – Cyberknife Centre, Dr. Ashu Kumar Jain, Head, Pain Medicine & Palliative Care and Dr. Priya Tiwari, Sr. Consultant – Medical Oncology (Unit II) interacted through live webinar sessions on the ‘Myths & Facts about Cancer’. The team of Oncologists highlighted the importance of diagnosis to curtail the needless stress caused due to misconceptions of cancer by analyzing and providing treatment facilities.
Another interactive session threw light on the awareness of spinal deformities and adaptation of regular screening tests as part of their lifestyle. As a part of the awareness campaign, Artemis Hospitals organized Free Mammography, CBC & Free Distribution of Nicotine Replacement Therapy. The team urged people to participate in cancer screening tests & done free OPD consultations. Team also shared that Artemis Hospital Is coming up with a few specialized Cancer Care Centers very soon across North India.
Encouraging the spirit of cancer survivors who battled the gravest disease, the event hosted a symbolic walk with release of balloons. Caregivers and cancer survivors were present at the event to share the journey & experiences. Other cultural and fun-filled activities like laughter yoga, musical show, and Zumba dance with cancer survivors were organized. The event also had RWA Representatives Dialogue, Media Interaction, and NGO’s opinion on Cancer care amid Covid -19.
Dr. Hari Goyal, Chief – Medical Oncology (Unit I) said “India requires more preparedness to fight cancer. We require cooperation from govt. to public to make them aware of rising no. of cancer cases. Participation in clinical trials should be encouraged as no drug can be developed without clinical studies.”
Dr. Pawan K Singh, Head – Haemato Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant – Haemato Oncology said “After the US and China, India has the third highest number of hematological cancer patients in the world. The average annual rate is 1.1-2 % and death related to cancer is 0.1-1 %. The projected annual incidence is 94 per lakh in men and 103 per lakh in women. BMT is an important part of treatment in many blood cancers and non-cancer blood disorders like Thalassemia. Though the success rate for BMTs in India is on a par with international benchmarks, we really need to create an awareness that It may take as long as a year for the new bone marrow to function normally, but in most patients their quality of life improves after the treatment. And the patients can live normal life thereafter.”
Dr. Deepak Jha, Clinical Lead Breast Surgery & Sr. Consultant Surgical Oncology said “Cancer is curable in many patients now. With advancements in diagnostics and therapeutics, we have better surgical techniques. Because of covid patients are at more risk of morbidity and mortality.
We have many new treatment options to offer to the patients. Also, with passing time and as more and more research is coming up the emphasis is on personalized care that is individualizing cancer treatments as per patients need and expectation”.
Whereas Dr. Parveen Yadav, Associate Chief and Sr. Consultant, Thoracic Surgery and Surgical Oncology who was present at the event said “This world cancer Day, we recognize the power of knowledge. World cancer Day aims to prevent millions of deaths each year by raising awareness and education about cancer. We know that every single one of us has the ability to make a difference, large or small, and that in conjunction we make exact progress in decrease the global effect of cancer.”
Cancer has become one of the primary causes of death in India. As per the report by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, one-in-five men and one-in-six women worldwide will develop cancer throughout their lifetime. It also states that one-in-eight men and one-in-eleven women have lost their lives due to Cancer. The report also estimates 19.3 million new cases and 10 million cancer deaths in 2020.
About Artemis Hospital:
Artemis Hospital, established in 2007, spread across 9 acres, is a 600 plus bed; state-of-the-art multi-speciality hospital located in Gurugram, India. Artemis Hospital is the first JCI and NABH accredited Hospital in Gurugram. Designed as one of the most advanced hospitals in India, Artemis provides a depth of expertise in the spectrum of advanced medical & surgical interventions, comprehensive mix of inpatient and outpatient services. Artemis has put modern technology in the hands of renowned doctors from across the country and abroad to set new standards in healthcare. The medical practices and procedures followed in the hospital are research-oriented and benchmarked against the best in the world. A top-notch service, in a warm, open patient-centric environment, clubbed with affordability, has made it one of the most revered hospitals in the country.
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