Kolkata: In a landmark development for oncology in India, the Institute of Breast Diseases, Kolkata (IBDK) hosted the India edition of the globally renowned St. Gallen International Breast Cancer Conference at Taj Taal Kutir, bringing together leading global and Indian experts to deliberate on the latest advancements in breast cancer treatment, research, and equitable access […]
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Kolkata: Reinforcing the life-saving power of early cancer detection, Apollo Cancer Centre, Kolkata, has launched its impactful ‘Zero to Hero’ campaign in observance of World Cancer Day, placing the spotlight on Stage Zero cancer detection and its potential to dramatically improve survival, recovery and quality of life. India is witnessing a sharp rise in cancer […]
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Kolkata: Manipal Hospital Dhakuria organised “Celebrating Cancer Warriors”, a cancer survivors’ meet aimed at spreading awareness and hope. Doctors, survivors, caregivers and community members came together to highlight that with early detection and advanced treatment, cancer is increasingly manageable and often curable. Cancer survivors shared inspiring journeys of resilience and life beyond cancer, encouraging patients […]
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Kolkata : Echoing William Shakespeare’s timeless words from As You Like It — “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players” — Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, in association with Ashokenagar Natyaanan, presented another evocative edition of its acclaimed theatre initiative Rongo Byango at Uttam Mancha, Kolkata. Titled ‘Ebhabeo Phire Asa […]
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Kolkata : The term radiation therapy often evokes fear and anxiety among patients and their families. Many still associate it with severe side effects, long hospital stays, or lasting damage to the body—perceptions shaped largely by outdated information and experiences from decades ago. However, the reality today is very different. Modern radiation therapy has evolved […]
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Kolkata : Senior cancer specialists from Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, underscored the critical importance of screening and early detection in improving cancer survival rates and quality of life at a Cancer Awareness Health Talk, organised in collaboration with the Press Club, Kolkata, on Tuesday. The session witnessed participation from over 50 media professionals, highlighting the growing […]
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Kolkata : Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs), India’s leading cancer care institution, has launched ‘Save My Stomach’ (SMS) — a nationwide early detection program focused on stomach cancer. The initiative aims to promote timely screening, accurate diagnosis, and early intervention to improve survival rates for a disease widely known as a “silent killer”, as symptoms typically […]
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Kolkata: Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, celebrated National Cancer Awareness Day in the presence of eminent oncologists, (Prof.) Dr. Subir Ganguly, Senior Consultant & Advisor, Radiation Oncology, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Dr. Sayan Das, Senior Consultant, Radiation Oncology,Manipal Hospital EM Bypass and Dr. Sudeep Das, Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass. The evening was […]
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Kolkata: Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women in India, accounting for nearly 30% of all female cancers. In 2025 alone, an estimated 2.3 lakh women nationwide, including more than 15,000 in West Bengal, are expected to be newly diagnosed. Alarmingly, over half of these cases are detected at advanced stages, and Indian […]
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