Kolkata : To
address issues like limited access to cancer screening, cancer related tests
and lack of awareness about common cancer, one of the leading purpose-driven technology-led oncology platform Medella
Karkinos Oncology Institute (Karkinos Healthcare Kolkata) in association
with Barrackpore Auto Union organised a cancer screening program for over 100 auto-rickshaw
drivers and their family members at Barrackpore in North 24 Parganas on World
No Tobacco Day to encourage people to quit tobacco, get tested regularly
and highlight the importance of early detection in the treatment of cancer.
A
health education program was also conducted to inform participants about the
various risk factors associated with common types of cancer. They were also
counselled to quit tobacco consumption like smoking, chewing tobacco etc. They
also underwent health check-ups and screenings for certain types of cancers like
head & neck, oral, lung, etc. The objective of the program was to create
awareness about importance of regular health check–up, risk factors associated
with cancer and prevention among the Drivers.
Dr. Akther Jawade, Director East, Karkinos
Healthcare said, “Cancer cases in West Bengal
are rising at an alarming rate. Tobacco use is a major contributor to
life-threatening illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and stroke.
Unfortunately, tobacco addiction is growing rapidly. While various factors can
lead to cancer, tobacco consumption remains the most significant and dangerous
cause. The lack of
screening camps, awareness and myth associated with cancer also contribute to
mortality and high morbidity among the marginalised community. This can be significantly reduced through comprehensive cancer
education, organised screening initiatives, and early detection efforts. To
address this issue, Medella Karkinos
Oncology Institute (Karkinos Healthcare Kolkata) has partnered with the Barrackpore
Auto Union to raise awareness about cancer and assess risk factors among
auto-rickshaw drivers and their families in the Barrackpore region. At Karkinos
Healthcare, we firmly believe it is our collective duty to promote a
tobacco-free lifestyle for reduced risk of cancer, better health, improved
quality of life and overall well-being of communities across West Bengal.”
A
highly experienced Medical Team headed by Dr. Samujjwal Das, Consultant,
Maxillofacial and Head & Neck Oncosurgery, Karkinos Healthcare, was present
to conduct the cancer screening program.
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