World Cervical Cancer Awareness Month observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 27 2024:
In line with the observance of World Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, Karkinos Manipur Cancer Institute & Research Centre organised a painting competition at the premises of the Hospital on Saturday.
In a release, Karkinos informed that the painting competition was conducted in 2 groups (Group I- Class 5 to 7 and Group II- Classes 8 to10) on the theme, "Prevention of Cervical Cancer" .
The event witnessed over 200 children representing various schools from different parts of the city, who showcased their painting skills at the competition.
The winners of the competition from each Group (Group I & Group II) were given cash prizes, gifts and certificates.
Certificates were also given to all the other participants of the competition.
Dr (Prof) GS Moirangthem, Director & CEO along with senior doctors of Karkinos Healthcare Manipur were also present.
Dr Thingujam James, consultant gynaecological oncology, interacted with the parents and gave awareness about HPV vaccination, cervical screening and cervical cancer.
Notably, Karkinos Manipur Cancer Institute & Research Centre in Imphal is a comprehensive cancer hospital with all facilities under one roof like radiation oncology, medical oncology & surgical oncology.