Kolkata : Medella Karkinos Oncology Institute (Karkinos Healthcare Kolkata), one
of the leading purpose-driven technology-led oncology platforms, organized an
awareness session to observe Blood Cancer Awareness Month at its hospital
premises. The institute is reiterating the urgent need for early detection,
regular health check-ups, and a healthy lifestyle to reduce the burden of
cancer. The session focused on spreading awareness about preventive measures,
the importance of timely diagnosis, and the role of lifestyle in managing and
combating the disease.
Blood
Cancer Awareness Month, observed every September, aims to raise awareness about
different types of blood cancers. Blood cancer is an umbrella term often used
for leukaemia, (cancers of the blood-forming tissues), lymphoma (cancers of the
lymphatic system) and multiple myeloma (a plasma-cell cancer that often affects
bone). It is one of the most catastrophic diseases around the globe.
The
awareness session was attended by patients, healthcare professionals, and
members of the community. The Centre also highlighted the need for regular
screenings, healthy lifestyle practices, and community awareness programs to
reduce cancer risks and improve overall health outcomes. The initiative
highlighted the symptoms that people should not ignore, such as unexplained
fatigue, frequent infections, weight loss, persistent fever, and unusual
bleeding or bruising.
Speaking at the session, Dr. Akther Jawade, Director
East, Karkinos Healthcare said, “Blood cancer survival rates have significantly
improved over time. With advancements in medical science and, treatments such
as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, stem cell transplants, and
precision medicine have made significant progress in improving survival rates
and quality of life for patients. To treat Blood Cancer, a Bone marrow
transplant is one of the best options. The patient’s chance of survival increases
with a bone marrow transplant. Other treatment options are the use of
Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy. Chemotherapy uses anticancer drugs to treat
blood cancer. In radiation therapy, the cancer cells are destroyed by
radiation.”
Dr. Jawade, added,
“Early detection plays a crucial role in the fight against blood cancers. If
diagnosed at the right stage, many cases can be managed effectively with timely
treatment. In India, while survival rates have improved, we still lag behind
the global averages due to delayed diagnosis and limited access to advanced
treatments in certain regions. However, awareness, early screening programs,
and increasing availability of cutting-edge treatments are helping close this
gap, giving patients a better fighting chance.”
Beyond hospital-based initiatives, Medella
Karkinos Oncology Institute has been actively conducting awareness drives and
cancer screening camps in rural and semi-urban areas of North 24 Parganas,
Hooghly, Nadia and neighboring districts.
These community-level interventions help in early identification of cancer
symptoms among people who otherwise have limited access to specialized
healthcare. Timely detection through these camps has enabled many patients to
begin treatment at an early stage, improving both survival and recovery.
Medella Karkinos Oncology Institute
is located at 87F, BT Road, Kamarhati, Agarpara, Kolkata 700058.
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