AOI Babina Specialty Hospital conducts breast and cervical cancer awareness program
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 13 2024:
American Oncology Institute, Babina Specialty Hospital, Khabeisoi in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department, Government of Manipur and Babina Diagnostics conducted a "Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness Program" at Social Welfare Department, Imphal today.
During the awareness program, Dr Th Tomcha Singh, Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist at AOI, voiced concerns regarding the escalating incidence of breast and cervical cancer in Manipur.
He identified late marriage, sedentary lifestyle and the consumption of tobacco and alcohol as significant contributing factors to these diseases, said a statement issued by Gopen Thangjam.
Sr Manager Marketing, AOI, Babina Specialty Hospital.
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Emphasizing on the pivotal role of early detection and self-examination in achieving superior treatment outcomes, he recommended the vaccination of girl children aged 9-14 years with the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer.
Addressing the gathering, Ngangom Uttam, Director of the Social Welfare Department expressed gratitude for this initiative and recognized its importance in raising awareness among both staff and society.
He also highlighted the significance for Government employees to ensure they are empanelled for treatment in the advanced cancer facilities at AOI Babina Specialty Hospital.
Meanwhile, Manas Majumder, Facility Director of AOI Babina Specialty Hospital also underscored the paramount importance of early detection in the fight against breast and cervical cancer.
He stated, "Early detection is the optimal form of treatment.
We implore society to unite with us in supporting patients throughout their journey" .
He further affirmed AOI Babina Specialty Hospital's commitment to providing affordable treatment options, ensuring accessibility for every patient, including health card holders of PMJAY, CHMT and Manipur State Government Employees, to world-class cancer care treatment.
He further added that free consultation with doctors along with free ultrasound breast testing and pap smear test will be done for everyone every Thursday 2 pm to 5 pm .
Notably, the collaborative efforts between AOI Babina Specialty Hospital and the Social Welfare Department aims to elevate awareness, advocate for early detection, and encourage preventive measures against Breast and Cervical Cancer, contribute to a healthier society and alleviate the burden of these prevalent cancers in Manipur.