World cancer day is observed on fourth of February every year as an initiative of Union of International Cancer control (UICC). In this regard, on the eve of World Cancer Day, a signature campaign was also conducted by Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH) today at this hospital. As a part of its initiative to spread awareness about this killer disease, a special health package at Rs 999/- was on offer.
Dr. Arun Palaniswami , Director KMCH participated in this signature campaign that was initiated by S. Saravanan Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) who was the Chief Guest.
Cancer is considered to be a major threat to human life after cardiac arrest. The number of people who are suffering from cancer has increased globally and in India too. As per latest studies 18 lakh new patients are diagnosed with cancer in India every year. The incidence of cancer is expected to rise and double in the next 5 to 10 years.
About 10 million deaths due to cancer happened across the world last year alone. Screening, diagnosis and treatment of cancer have advanced tremendously. At present 50% of cancer patients are cured of their disease which was just 25% in 1970's.
The increase in curing cancer is due to the increase in awareness about cancer. All types of cancer can be cured if they are detected and treated at an early stage. Cancer treatment involves surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. With the advancements in science and technology treating cancer has become more accurate and safer.