Malad West Camp–
On 29th November 2019, we partnered with Safal Vikas Foundation & Indian Cancer society to spread awareness about cancer and to make healthcare more accessible to the weaker sections of the society. We organised a free cancer awareness and screening camp in Malvani, Malad West. More than 70 women were examined for oral cancer & comprehensive gynaecological examinations including Pap smear for cervical cancer and clinical breast examinations for breast cancer were held. Around 30 men were also screened for oral cancer & basic body checkup was done. The camp was supported by alumni from Cranfield University.
Awareness Camp in Gujrati Chawl Malvani
We organised an awareness camp on 22 November 2019 with Dr. Shabana Ali form the Indian Cancer Society. Around 50 women attended the session, they were informed about the causes, symptoms, cure & treatment of cancer, they were also sensitised about the importance for females to be aware of breast and cervical cancer.
Kalamboli ( Navi Mumbai ) Camp –
We held a camp on Breast, Cervical & Oral Cancer Awareness on 14 March 2019 at Kalamboli Navi Mumbai. Residents belonging to the weaker socio-economic strata, working in factories, transport & other domestic jobs attended the camp. Around 100 women were screened who had pre-registered with us. Mammography was done for 30 women who were in the 45+ age group or had any family history of breast cancer. The camp provided the women in need an opportunity to get screened for cancer.
Awareness Camp in Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai
We held an awareness camp on the 11th of March 2019. We sensitised women about cervical and breast cancer and took them through a screening process. A question & answer session was also held which helped them overcome the apprehensions and the hitch of undergoing screening.