The World Health Organization (WHO) attributed the alarm to a combination of lifestyle and environmental factors, with tobacco, alcohol, obesity, and air pollution identified as the key culprits.
On World Cancer Day 2024, it is important to spread awareness about cervical cancer. According to a renowned doctor, early detection and treatment for cervical cancer can significantly improve the chances of successful outcomes and long-term survival.
World Cancer Day is an important reminder for all of us to take action against this disease. By raising awareness, educating ourselves and others, and supporting those affected by cancer, we can all make a difference in reducing its impact.
Both females and males above 9 years should be vaccinated for the prevention of HPV-associated cancers. Male partners can also carry HPV and transmit it to their female partner which may later develop into cancer.
This World Cancer Day serves as a beacon of hope, guiding us towards a future where the stigma surrounding cancer care is eradicated. Through awareness, understanding, and compassion, we can break free from misconception, providing a brighter, more supportive journey for those affected by cancer.
On this World Cancer Day, we interacted with Dr Anil Thakwani, Director and Head, Department of Oncology, Sharda Hospital, on symptoms of cancer and treatment options available. Watch the video to know more!
World Cancer Day spotlights understanding colon vs. rectal cancer. Learn key distinctions in location, symptoms, and risk factors to empower early detection and better health.
World Cancer Day! Learn about mouth cancer causes in non-smokers from an expert. HPV, alcohol, diet & more - what to know & how to protect yourself.
World Cancer Day, which falls on February 4, is the day when people across the globe come together to raise awareness about cancer spread and its prevention while supporting those ailing with the deadly disease.
World Cancer Day is observed every year on the 4 February. Donning the colours of orange and blue as its theme, World Cancer Day urges people to band together and combat the illness via early identification, treatment, and spiritual support.
World Cancer Day 2023: The main aim of the day is to raise awareness and reduce the social stigma associated with the disease. The top cancers that affect the Indian population are lung, breast, cervical, head and neck and colorectal cancer (CRC).
Xerostomia occurs when the salivary glands of the body fail to produce adequate amounts of saliva to keep the mouth moist. Saliva has several important functions including mechanical cleansing action, antimicrobial activity, and removal of food debris from oral cavities, control of pH, oral cavity lubrication, and remineralisation and maintaining the integrity of the oral mucosa.
Healthy lifestyle choices are always dependent on people. Taking some simple steps to living a healthier lifestyle will not only help prevent serious diseases such as cancer but will also contribute to better physical and mental health.
On World Cancer Day, Audible touched upon Ayushmann shares his feelings, experiences and thoughts during his wife Tahira Kashyap's long battle with breast cancer through the podcast, 'My Ex-Breast'.
"I think cancer came into my life as a gift. My vision is sharper, my mind clearer, my perspective realigned. I have succeeded in transforming my passive-aggressive anger and anxiety into more peaceful expressions." - Manisha Koirala
People across the globe need to be aware regarding nutrition and other lifestyle changes that can be implemented to help them recover and potentially reduce the risk of the same cancer recurring or a new one developing.
Vivek Oberoi termed his noble work of helping the cancer patients as his "greatest achievement." On World Cancer Day, Oberoi further urged others to "come forward" and help the children battling the disease.
Cancer patients can come across either chronic or acute pain. Acute pain is more common in cases of cancer surgery and tends to only last a short time during which painkillers keep it under control. Chronic pain is more persistent in nature and can be due to changes to the nerves if the cancer is pressing on nerves or due to chemicals that a tumor produces
The term gynecological cancer refers to the growth of tumor cells in the reproductive organs of a woman’s body. The most common forms of this category of cancer are uterine cancer, cervical cancer, and ovarian cancer.
Patient education and clarification of myths about cancer is important for cancer treatment and achieving optimal survival outcomes. Here are a few of the common myths and their facts.
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