Experts say rising lung, breast cancer rates due to tobacco use lifestyle choices, call for serious public awareness
consumption in our society and the urgent need for awareness about its harmful effects,” the doctor said.
Similarly, breast cancer in females is often linked to factors like lack of physical activity and obesity. The oncologist said that both lung and breast cancer could be largely prevented by making healthier lifestyle choices, including increased physical activity and reduced tobacco use.
To combat this growing health concern, the department has called for serious public awareness regarding the signs and symptoms of cancer, preventive measures and the importance of early medical evaluations.
The department at SMHS Hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers, including Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), Stereotactic radical surgery, and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), the doctor said.
awareness about its harmful effects,” the doctor said.
Similarly, breast cancer in females is often linked to factors like lack of physical activity and obesity. The oncologist said that both lung and breast cancer could be largely prevented by making healthier lifestyle choices, including increased physical activity and reduced tobacco use.
To combat this growing health concern, the department has called for serious public awareness regarding the signs and symptoms of cancer, preventive measures and the importance of early medical evaluations.
The department at SMHS Hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers, including Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), Stereotactic radical surgery, and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), the doctor said.
He added that the department offers a variety of services such as an inpatient ward, a day-care ward for blood transfusions and chemotherapy, and a terminally ill patient ward. The hospital has essential equipment such as Telecobalt 60, linear accelerators, Brachytherapy and CT simulators, he added.
“Efforts are underway to install a PET scan facility at the hospital, which is expected to be available soon, significantly enhancing the department’s diagnostic capabilities,” the oncologist said—(KNO)
