Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women globally and in India. One in four women with cancer across the world and in our country are diagnosed with breast cancer. Every year nearly 1,80,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in India and around 90,000 women die of the disease.
The incidence of breast cancer is increasing in all countries of the world, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women in Kolkata and accounts for 25.4% of all cancer cases in women. This means every fourth cancer detected in a woman in Kolkata will be breast cancer. Breast cancers in LMICs are frequently detected in advanced stages, and consequently, more than half the global deaths from breast cancer occur in these countries. Proper Clinical Examination & Mammography are the standard screening techniques for early detection of breast cancer, used widely in the Western world.
“Creating a women-friendly breast cancer department involves designing a supportive and comfortable environment that caters to the unique needs and concerns of women undergoing breast cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, and post-treatment care.
The theme of Narishakti is – A One-Stop Breast Cancer Detection & Treatment Centre for all Women by Women specialist Doctors – Oncologists, Breast Onco-Surgeons, Breast Radiologists. Also, to mention that our mammography technicians are ladies as well as the nursing staff, thus ensuring end-to-end privacy. Private, comfortable, dignified spaces have been designed for consultations, examinations, and discussions, allowing intimate emotional support during challenging times.
The overall incidence of cancer has increased by almost 80% among the ‘below 50’ population across the world in the last 3 decades, and Breast Cancer accounts for the highest number of this shift. Thus, the paradigm that cancer occurs in the elderly age has changed to cancer happening in the middle & younger age groups. Breast cancer is easy to diagnose early & getting fully treated offers the best survival and cure rates among all cancers,” says Dr. Ramanan, Director SRIOS.
Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, SRIOS with the ‘Women friendly Breast Cancer Dept.’ at Peerless Hospital, will conduct regular breast health awareness programs to educate women in the community about breast cancer prevention, early detection, and the importance of regular screenings.
Dr. Madhuchanda Kar, Clinical Director , Medical Oncology and Consultant Sr. Oncologist , Dr. Suma Chakrabarthi, Sr. Consultant Breast Radiologist and Dr. Pragati Singhal, Consultant Breast Surgery were part of the Press Meet who highlighted the importance of early detection, the latest treatment modalities and breast conservation with reconstructive surgery being done at Peerless Hospital.
SRIOS (Sunil Kanti Roy Institute of Oncology Services), is an upcoming technology-driven, oncology facility with an emphasis on organ-specific oncology treatment. SRIOS’s mission is to ensure quality care for Oncology in the Eastern region of India & neighbouring countries.
About Peerless Hospital
Peerless Hospital & B. K. Roy Research Centre is a NABL and NABH accredited, 500-bed premier multi-speciality corporate hospital in the southern fringe of Kolkata. The hospital is proud to announce that in the All India Critical Care Hospital Ranking Survey 2023 by Times of India, Peerless Hospital has ranked No. 1 in Oncology Kolkata Multi-speciality and East Multi-speciality, and has been ranked 9th in the Country. Awarded with several accolades every year, this year the Hospital has been Awarded ET Industry Leaders – Best Multi-speciality Hospital in Clinical Excellence. Times Best Brands Awards Best Multi-speciality Hospital in Patient Safety has also been conferred to Peerless Hospital in 2023.
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