Free Cancer Screening Camp Organized by Can Protect Foundation and Indian Army’s AWWA in Dehradun
On Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action, observed on November 17, 2024, the Can Protect Foundation, a leading breast cancer NGO in India, in collaboration with the Indian Army’s AWWA (Army Wives Welfare Association), 44 Infantry Brigade, organized a Free Women’s Cancer Screening Camp at MS Galaxy Multispeciality Hospital, Kargi Chowk, Dehradun. The camp was led by Dr. Sumita Prabhakar, Gynecologist and IVF expert at CMI Hospital and President of Can Protect Foundation, dedicated to breast cancer awareness and cervical cancer prevention in India.
During the free cancer screening camp, 30 women received cervical cancer screening, Pap smears, breast screenings using the FDA-approved iBreast Exam, blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, and bone mineral density (BMD) assessments. These screenings play a vital role in the early detection of breast cancer, cervical cancer, and other women’s health issues.
The Can Protect Foundation, known for its efforts in breast cancer prevention and cervical cancer awareness in India, extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Rekha Khanna, Dr. Sonal, Sister Neema, Mr. Bhagwati, and Mr. Aswal for their invaluable contributions. Special thanks to Mrs. Monika Bhatia, Chairperson of AWWA, 42 Infantry Brigade, for her support in making this initiative a success.
Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action emphasizes the importance of HPV vaccination and regular cancer screenings. With the increasing cases of breast cancer in India, early detection through mammography, breast self-exams, and clinical screenings is crucial to reducing mortality rates. The Can Protect Foundation remains committed to organizing free breast cancer screening camps in India, providing free Pap smear tests, mammograms, and cancer awareness programs for women.
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