Currently, in India, breast cancer is the most common cancer among Indian women. It is the need of an hour to spread awareness regarding breast cancer as that will help in early detection, screening and educative measures. ACI Cumballa Hill Hospital has come up with a unique initiative to help women get rid of fears and myths regarding breast cancer and breast diseases. A social campaign called ‘The Pink Project’ will be beneficial for women as it will help them to understand about breast cancer and the importance of timely treatment.
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Talking about the same HOD of Breast Cancer at the Asian Cancer Institute said, "The most common age group for breast cancer in India is 40-55. Breast self-examination is a vital screening tool with a regular physical examination by doctor and mammography for early detection is required for successful treatment. The sole motto of this campaign is to spread awareness regarding breast cancer and breast diseases via a comprehensive clinic that will be launched soon. Thus, women should take time out of their erratic schedules and be proactive and visit the doctor if they spot unusual signs and symptoms of breast cancer like a lump in the breast and nipple retraction."
Consultant Surgical Oncologist in ACI Cumballa Hill Hospital Dr. Dhairyasheel Savant said, “There is a lot of misinformation about breast cancer. The community lectures and screening camps conducted via campaign will allow women to address their breast issues at the right time without fear. All the services to tackle breast cancer and benign breast diseases will be provided under one roof. The message is that women should not be afraid of breast cancer of lumps. Every breast lump is not breast cancer. Those who have a family history of breast cancer should be careful and vigilant. The best protection is early detection.”
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