Atul Batra, Additional Professor of Medical Oncology at AIIMS, shared AIIMS’s post on , adding:
“Most cancers are curable when diagnosed early.
Know the warning signs, don’t ignore symptoms that persist beyond 2-3 weeks, and get screened as advised.
Grateful to AIIMS for this National Cancer Awareness Day initiative.”
Quoting AIIMS’s post:
“Cancer is a group of diseases in which cells grow abnormally and can spread to other parts of the body.
Awareness of warning signs and timely screening can impact treatment outcomes significantly.
Healthy lifestyle choices, such as avoiding tobacco, eating a balanced diet and staying physically active, can help reduce the risk of many cancers.
In this video, Dr. Atul Batra, Additional Professor, Department of Medical Oncology, at Dr. B. R. A. INCH, AIIMS, New Delhi, discusses common warning signs, the importance of early detection, the role of regular screening and steps for prevention, along with the need to seek timely guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.”
Sumanta K. Pal, Vice Chair of Academic Affairs and Professor at City of Hope, added:
“So proud of what Atul Batra and AIIMS is doing on so many levels!
Terrific public outreach paired with innovative #clinicaltrials.
Keep up the amazing work – need to find ways to integrate research with City of Hope, SWOG and other groups!”
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