The Far-Reaching Impact of HPV Vaccination: Insights from ASCO 2024
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) has recently unveiled compelling evidence that the benefits of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination extend well beyond cervical cancer prevention. This groundbreaking research, which will be presented in detail at the ASCO Annual Meeting in Chicago, underscores the vaccine’s role in reducing the incidence of various HPV-related cancers, particularly […]
World No Tobacco Day 2024: A Crusade to Protect Youth from Tobacco’s Grip
A Global Call to Action May 31st is not just another day on the calendar; it marks World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), a pivotal moment when the World Health Organization (WHO) and health advocates worldwide converge to cast a spotlight on the tobacco industry’s detrimental impact on society. This Year’s Mission WNTD 2024 zeroes in on a […]
Breast Cancer is a Matter of Urgent Concern in India
I thank Swastava Cancer Care Society for inviting me to inaugurate their blog. Since October is breast cancer awareness month I have decided to share my thoughts on breast cancer in India. Sarla was 32 years of age when she discovered a lump in her breast. It was painless so she ignored it at first but annoyingly it refused to go away. Finally, she decided to visit her […]