Category: Cancer

August 1st every year is observed as World Lung Cancer Day to bring awareness about the deadly disease-causing millions of deaths across the globe. Lung cancer has been reported to be the most common cause of cancer in the recent past; as per the WHO factsheet, lung cancer is one of the leading cancers causing […]

An inspirational story of Harteij Bhartesh, who survived the advanced stage of Blood Cancer and surpassed difficulties with hope and faith. We bring to you a real-life story of Mr. Harteij Bhartesh and how he overcame the social stigma attached to Cancer. Mr. Harteij is a Lawyer by profession, philanthropist, cancer influencer, fitness enthusiast, biker, and […]

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST) is a rare kind of tumour that affects our digestive system, and in many cases, it is cancerous and life-threatening. Table of Content: What is GIST? How does GIST affect health? Signs and symptoms of GIST Diagnosis and Treatment of GIST Staying healthy during the treatment Preventing GIST What is GIST? […]

A cancer diagnosis can be nerve-wracking and heart-breaking. A single prescription can destroy your entire aspirations. But this does not happen to the patient alone. The truth of cancer’s co-existence in life is equally brutal to the relatives of the patients too.  A Caregiver is one who receives the news of a cancer diagnosis along […]

July is observed as the Sarcoma awareness month. This month is dedicated to creating awareness about this rare cancer type. What is Sarcoma Cancer? A sarcoma is a malignant tumour that originates around the bones and in the connective tissue, such as muscle, fat, nerves, and blood vessels. Symptoms of Sarcoma depend on the size […]

The diagnosis of cancer and the treatment involves a roller coaster ride that impacts an individual’s emotional, physical, and mental strength. However, the journey ahead is more crucial post-cancer treatment as it determines the further quality of life. So, how can a survivor deal with life post their treatment and resume being normal? Here are […]

The month of June is celebrated as Men’s health month. It is dedicated to raising awareness about common health issues in men and the importance of having a good lifestyle to prevent diseases. It is essential to know what diseases can pose a threat to men’s health, and accordingly, one should take preventive measures to minimize […]

The month of June, every year, is observed as Immunotherapy Month by Cancer Research Institute. This June marks the 11th Annual Cancer Immunotherapy Month. The cancer society dedicates this month to create awareness about the role of Immunotherapy in cancer treatment and highlights its role in improving the quality-of-life post cancer. Table of Content What is Immunotherapy, […]

Brain cancer is regarded as one of the deadliest cancers around the world. In 2020, over three lakh people were globally diagnosed with primary brain cancer*. It is a rare cancer type but is fatal. June 8th of every year is observed as World Brain Tumour Day. It was first observed in 2000 by the […]

Second most common cancer in women after breast cancer is ovarian cancer. Knowing the early signs of this cancer can help in treating it better and increases the survival chances. Table of Content: What is Ovarian cancer? Early Warning Symptoms Potential Cause Risk Factors Preventing Ovarian cancer What is Ovarian cancer? Ovaries are the most […]