Why insurance companies are feeling the pinch with rising cancer cases in India

Why insurance companies are feeling the pinch with rising cancer cases in India

Insurance companies are feeling the pinch amidst an increase in lung and oral cancers cases across the country. Over the past five years, the claim share for these types of cancers has surged nearly fivefold, posing financial challenges for insurers. Data from insurance aggregator PolicyBazaar showed a marked increase in insurance claims for lung and … Read more

International Childhood Cancer Day 2021: With over 50,000 cases a year, cancer in children a big issue for India

International Childhood Cancer Day 2021: With over 50,000 cases a year, cancer in children a big issue for India

Census 2011 had also revealed that the prevalence of childhood cancer was the highest in India. (Representational image: Reuters) International Childhood Cancer Day 2021: February 15 marks the International Childhood Cancer Day, which marks the day to raise awareness regarding cancer among children and to provide support to the adolescents and children who are either … Read more