
Healthcare staff undergo chemotherapy training for Day Care Cancer Centres
Delhi State Cancer Institute
(DSCI) will begin hands-on
chemotherapy training
for doctors and nursing staff from Friday in a bid to set up
Day Care Cancer Centres
(DCCCs) across the city.
The initiative is part of a national rollout announced in the Union Budget, under which 200 DCCCs are set to be established in district hospitals during 2025-26 to expand access to
cancer care
and reduce the load on tertiary hospitals.
DSCI has been designated the nodal training centre under the Prime Minister's DCCC initiative. "This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of healthcare professionals in cancer care, focusing on safe chemotherapy drug handling, patient monitoring, and toxicity management, in line with MoHFW guidelines," said Dr Diwakar, director, DSCI.
According to a health department order, 28 healthcare professionals, including general duty medical officers (GDMOs) from four govt hospitals-Janakpuri Super Speciality, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, Rao Tula Ram, and Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital-will undergo training in four batches between July 18 and Nov 19.
"This is a novel approach by the govt to decentralise cancer care," said Dr Pragya Shukla, head of clinical oncology at DSCI and in charge of the training programme. The training will include chemotherapy drug administration, monitoring, and managing treatment-related toxicities.
Hashtags

Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles


News18
2 days ago
- News18
Nearly 3 in 5 Indians Choose Makhanas As Their Go-To Healthy Snack, Reveals Report
Over 55% of those surveyed said they actively seek snacks that are clean and preservative-free, says report India's leading wholesome snacking brand, Farmley, unveiled the second edition of its flagship Healthy Snacking Report at the Indian Healthy Snacking Summit (IHSS) 2025 held in New Delhi. Drawing insights from respondents across generations, professions and cities, the 2025 report presents a vivid picture of how India snacks today, blending tradition with modernity, taste with functionality, and indulgence with health consciousness. The report reveals that Indian consumers are no longer willing to settle for bland 'healthy" snacks or feel guilt over indulgent treats. Over 55% of those surveyed said they actively seek snacks that are clean and preservative-free. These trends indicate a major shift toward functional snacking, where every bite aligns with wellness goals. Packaging has also become a major purchase driver. 52% of respondents said they prefer resealable, eco-conscious packaging. Makhanas and flavoured dry fruits are leading this revolution in format. Roasted and flavoured dry fruits have emerged as the most preferred savoury snack, with 36% favouring them, while 19% of respondents specifically chose makhana, showing its successful transition into a modern-day super-snack. This growing popularity aligns with the Government of India's recent announcement of establishing a Makhana Board in Bihar under Union Budget 2025-26. Interestingly, while newer formats are gaining traction, legacy choices such as chips and wafers still hold ground with 14% choosing them, followed by namkeen and multigrain snacks like khakhras at 10% and 9% respectively. Sweet snacks too are evolving. While chocolate continues to reign as India's all-time favourite, nutty flavours like peanut butter, hazelnut, and pistachio are now preferred for their blend of taste and health. Speaking on the findings, Akash Sharma, co-founder, Farmley, said 'This year's report reflects a clear evolution. From snacking out of habit to snacking with purpose. Consumers today are seeking flavour and functionality in every bite, and are no longer willing to compromise between taste and trust. That's where Farmley leads, creating guilt-free indulgences that people feel good about choosing." Snacking habits are also being reshaped by lifestyle changes. Nearly 45% of consumers now prefer on-the-go snack formats like dry fruit-based desserts and energy bars that are portable, clean-label, and functional. This is particularly reflective of India's growing urban workforce, where desk-side indulgence is expected to deliver on both convenience and conscious consumption. Brand loyalty, once concentrated around legacy players, is now diversifying through multiple channels. While traditional offline aisles dominate for discovery and planned purchases, quick commerce and influencer-led content has driven a surge in impulse snacking, especially among Gen Z and millennials who order packaged snacks weekly at double the rate of older consumers (43% vs 28%). Meanwhile, Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are increasingly embracing regional players who, despite lacking national advertising muscle, build deep trust through consistent quality and community presence. This shift signals a broader cultural change where transparency, reliability, and local connection matter as much as flavour and marketing reach. While taste remains king, the wave of health consciousness we saw in last year's report seems to have held, with more consumers shunning mindless munching for wholesome, nutritious options. view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 13:32 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.


Indian Express
3 days ago
- Indian Express
Chemotherapy training begins for Delhi doctors under PM's cancer day care centre initiative
As a part of establishing cancer day care centres announced by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during her Budget speech, the Delhi State Cancer Institute has begun training doctors from Delhi hospitals for providing chemotherapy to patients at the District Day Care Cancer Centres (DCCCs). The training is being imparted under PM's cancer day care centre initiative to four General Duty Medical Officers (GDMOs) and Nursing Officers from Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital, Rao Tula Rao, Janakpuri Super Speciality Hospital and Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya Hospital. Dr Diwakar, Director, Delhi State Cancer Institute, said on Friday that this was the first such initiative in Delhi where training is being provided to doctors to provide chemotherapy for cancer day care centres. The training at Delhi State Cancer Institute is being conducted in batches over the coming months and will continue till November. According to Dr Diwakar, the move has been taken to strengthen cancer care services across the country and hands-on training on chemotherapy. He said the first batch comprises four medical officers and four nursing officers from four different DCCC centres. 'The training is designed to equip frontline healthcare professionals with essential skills in chemotherapy drug handling, patient monitoring, and clinical management, in alignment with the guidelines of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW),' he said. Dr Diwakar said the move will enhance the clinical competence of healthcare providers at the grassroots level, especially in outer areas, where early and effective cancer intervention is crucial. 'We will first stabilise the patients at our centre and from here we can transfer the patients to these day care centres where trained staff and doctors will look after the patients undergoing chemotherapy,' he said. In February, Minister Sitharaman had announced the establishment of day-care centers for cancer treatment at all district hospitals over the next three years. This initiative aims to improve access to essential cancer treatments, while also easing the heavy patient burden on large tertiary care hospitals in metropolitan cities. 'Two hundred centres will be set up in 2025-26,' Sitharaman had said.


New Indian Express
3 days ago
- New Indian Express
Delhi to launch day care cancer centres in four hospitals
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government is set to roll out dedicated day care centres for cancer patients in four of its hospitals. The initiative, part of a central government scheme, aims to decentralise cancer care and bring chemotherapy and radiotherapy services closer to the community. The Delhi State Cancer Institute has been appointed as the nodal agency to oversee the implementation of the project. The district-level day care cancer centres will come up at Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital, Janakpuri Super Specialty Hospital, Rao Tula Ram Memorial Hospital and Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital. Unlike the current system where chemotherapy is largely confined to tertiary care or specialist hospitals, these new centres will allow patients to access free chemotherapy within their district. Under the model, the first chemotherapy cycle will be administered in the parent hospital where the patient is registered. Subsequent sessions will then be available at the nearby day care centres. Officials said the programme is expected to significantly ease both logistical and financial burdens on patients, especially those from economically weaker sections. In private hospitals, one session of chemotherapy can cost nearly Rs 50,000.