World Cancer Day is marked on February 4 of each year to raise awareness of cancer and its treatment globally. With cancer being the most significant cause of death globally, claiming an estimated 10 million deaths in 2022, it is crucial to sustain global initiatives to combat this ailment. HISTORY AND ORIGIN OF WORLD CANCER … Read more
Dr. Ashish and Dr. Mallikarjun (left) | Photo Credit: The Hindu Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road commemorated World Cancer Day by honouring cancer survivors and highlighting their triumphs. The event titled ‘Voices of Victory: Celebrating the Journeys of Cancer Warriors’ was aimed to boost hope for those battling cancer by showcasing survivors and providing a … Read more
The fatal Covid-19 that turned into a global pandemic in the year 2020, has affected every aspect of life, including screening, diagnosis, and treatment of other diseases. By Dr K Govind Babu, Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death after lung cancer as the most common invasive form in women. It has … Read more
False claims on the internet that cancer is a death sentence are not true. In fact, despite the sobering statistics, cancer is not always terminal. As scientists understand cancer better and develop improved treatments, recovery rates continue to improve. By Dr. Shivani Sharma It is estimated that India could witness more than 1,00,000 cancer-related death … Read more
Cancer is a complex disease of worldwide concern. Along with an improvement in outcomes, early and sensitive detection of cancer and cancer biomarkers can facilitate an understanding of cancer progression and aid in the development of effective treatment methods. By Shubhendra Singh Thakur, Cancer is a devastating disease that affects millions of people each year. … Read more
Teleoncology is of particular help to cancer patients on oral medication, those who require advise on doses, or in cases where supportive care recommendations are needed. By Dr Vishal Sehgal, Change is the only constant. And in a field like science, this can’t be truer. In a scenario like the recent COVID-19 pandemic, changes in … Read more