DWARKA: HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, organized an all-women bike rally on October 21, 2023, to raise awareness about breast cancer. The 10-kilometer oncology rally, flagged off by the Oncology Department, began at HCMCT Manipal Hospital Dwarka at 7 a.m. and ended at Sector 9 Dwarka Police Station. More than 50 motorcyclists, including women motorcycle groups, rode alongside local community groups, ladies’ clubs, and doctors from HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka.
Breast cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer among Indians, and at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, one out of three patients we meet at cancer OPD has breast cancer, with the most common age group being 50-60. The aim of this rally was to increase public awareness about cancer and its impact on the community, emphasizing the importance of community screening programs, preventive measures, early detection, and advances in technology that have improved breast cancer patients’ survival results.
Dr. Durgatosh Pandey, Head of Oncology Sciences & Consultant -Surgical Oncology, Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, flagged off the bike rally and said, “Breast cancer has become the most common health condition among women in India. Stress, unhealthy eating habits, obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and air and water pollution have all been linked to the rise in cases among young Indian women. It is important that we take this condition seriously and understand the importance of early detection and timely treatment. With this bike rally, we aim to equip women with knowledge about self-screening methods and preventive measures for breast cancer. This can help in improving the quality of life.“
Ms. Viji Varghese, Hospital Director, Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, said, “At Manipal Hospitals, we’re committed to raising awareness and encouraging timely checkups for breast cancer. We celebrate World Breast Cancer Awareness Month every October to highlight the importance of caring for ourselves and our loved ones. Our comprehensive cancer treatment center and oncology department, equipped with advanced technologies, enable us to treat critical cancer conditions. This rally showcases our commitment to inspiring people to prioritize their health, participate in regular screenings, and join the fight against breast cancer. We focus on personalized cancer care plans for each of our patients.“
Manipal Hospitals is among the top healthcare providers in India, serving over 5 million patients annually. Its focus is to develop an affordable, high-quality healthcare framework through its multispecialty and tertiary care delivery spectrum and further extend it to out-of-hospital care. With the completion of the acquisition of AMRI Hospitals, the integrated network will have a pan-India footprint of 33 hospitals across 17 cities with 9,500 beds a talented pool of over 5,000 doctors, and an employee strength of over 20,000. Manipal Hospitals provides comprehensive curative and preventive care for a multitude of patients from around the globe. Manipal Hospitals is NABH, and AAHRPP accredited, and most of the hospitals in its network are NABL, ER, and Blood Bank accredited and recognized for Nursing Excellence. Manipal Hospitals have also been recognized as the most respected and patient-recommended hospital in India through various consumer surveys.
