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Time of India
01-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Gujarat becomes leading national centre for lung cancer treatment; 4,397 patients treated in 5 years
Gandhinagar: Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "Healthy India, Prosperous India," the Gujarat government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, is advancing healthcare services across Gujarat, said a statement from the CMO. The Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (GCRI) in Ahmedabad has emerged as a crucial centre in this mission, providing advanced treatment to thousands of lung cancer patients over the past five years. Through focused initiatives and continuous innovation, Gujarat is paving the way for a healthier society, benefiting the nation as a whole. To position Gujarat as a global centre for medical excellence, the government of Gujarat, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, has earned the trust of patients from across India. This increasing confidence is reflected in the rising number of people seeking lung cancer treatment in Gujarat over the past five years. As per the statement, from 2020 to 2024, the Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (GCRI) in Ahmedabad treated a total of 4,397 lung cancer patients (3,597 men, 799 women, and 1 child). The year-wise figures show a consistent increase: 700 patients in 2020, 813 in 2021, 865 in 2022, 933 in 2023, and a record 1,086 in 2024. The PMJAY-MA scheme has played a crucial role in making lung cancer treatment easily available in Gujarat. Over the past five years, thousands of patients have received advanced care through this initiative, providing significant relief to economically weaker sections. By reducing financial burdens and ensuring timely treatment, the scheme has helped save many lives. Notably, 1,426 lung cancer patients from other states have also sought treatment in Gujarat, drawn by the state's modern medical facilities. This growing trust reflects Gujarat's emergence as a reliable centre for cancer care, not only for the people of Gujarat but for patients from across India. Marking World Lung Cancer Day, the Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (GCRI) has urged citizens to take proactive steps towards prevention, early detection, and timely treatment of lung cancer. The institute noted that more than 40 per cent of lung cancer cases in India are diagnosed at an advanced stage due to limited awareness, making treatment more complex and outcomes less favourable. GCRI has especially appealed to high-risk people, such as long-term smokers and those exposed to environmental pollutants, to undergo low-dose CT scans for early screening. Experts believe that timely diagnosis and swift medical intervention significantly improve survival and quality of life. GCRI Director Dr Shashank Pandya said, "Awareness is our greatest defence against lung cancer. Early screening, quitting tobacco, and recognising warning signs can save lives. At GCRI, we are committed to providing state-of-the-art diagnostics and holistic care for every patient." Driven by robust healthcare services and state-of-the-art infrastructure, Gujarat is becoming a preferred centre for medical tourism, not just for India but for the world. The Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (GCRI) in Ahmedabad offers cancer treatment on par with global standards, using advanced technologies like CyberKnife, True Beam, TomoTherapy, and Robotic Surgery, along with high-end diagnostics such as NGS, PET-CT, PSMA Scan, and 3 Tesla MRI.
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
‘4,397 lung cancer patients treated in five years at GCRI'
Ahmedabad: According to figures by the Gujarat Cancer Research Institute (GCRI), from 2020 to 2024, a total of 4,397 lung cancer patients were admitted and treated at the hospital, averaging two patients per day. The figures were released on the occasion of World Lung Cancer Day, observed annually on Aug 1. "Out of the total patients, 82% or 3,597 were men, as smoking and tobacco consumption emerged as major risk factors. Compared to 813 patients in 2021, the number increased to 1,086 in 2024," said a GCRI official. "Out of the total, 1,426 were from other states of India." Dr Shashank Pandya, director of GCRI, said that awareness is key for early detection and intervention. "Early screening, quitting tobacco, and recognising warning signs can save lives," he said. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad GCRI officials added that more than 40% of lung cancer cases in India are diagnosed at an advanced stage due to limited awareness, making treatment more complex and outcomes less favourable. GCRI has especially appealed to high-risk people, such as long-term smokers and those exposed to environmental pollutants, to undergo low-dose CT scans for early screening. tnn
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Nearly half of head and neck cancer patients in A'bad under 50 yrs
Ahmedabad: The proportion of head and neck cancer patients under age 50 has gone up from 36.5% to 47.4% over the past two decades in Gujarat, according to data from the Ahmedabad Cancer Registry maintained by the Gujarat Cancer Research Institute (GCRI). These include cancers of the lip, mouth, and tongue, with mouth cancer being the most common type among head and neck cancers, the registry shows. Dr Shashank Pandya, director of GCRI, stated that while tobacco consumption and smoking are not the sole reasons for the development of head and neck cancers, there is a strong correlation between them. "From beedis to mava, and from snuff to gutka, tobacco is consumed in various forms. It increases the chances of developing cancer. The rise in cancer cases at a young age can be seen both as a sign of increased prevalence and improved awareness that is leading to more people seeking medical attention today than ever before," he said. Analysis of over 16,000 cases annually for the past 20 years shows that men account for nearly 80% of head and neck cancers. The share of male patients aged 30-39 years was 12.3% in 2005, which increased to 17.2% in 2024. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo At an event organised on Friday to launch an awareness campaign, doctors from Apollo Hospital stated that the burden of oral cancer is relatively higher in Gujarat due to tobacco consumption. Experts said that the cases are often detected at a later stage. "Tobacco users are six to seven times more likely to develop oral cancer than non-users. Oral cancer is one of the few cancers that can be detected early through a simple oral examination," said Dr V R N Vijaykumar, a surgical oncologist at Apollo Cancer Centre. Experts noted that controlling tobacco use is a multi-pronged problem, involving monitoring and enforcing laws to improve awareness among vulnerable groups. They pointed out that rules such as prohibiting sale of tobacco within 100 yards (91 metres) of an educational institution should be followed strictly.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Time of India
Nurse murder: Pornographic content found in assailant's phone
Rajkot: Investigation into the murder of a 54-year-old cancer hospital nurse revealed that the assailant entered her house with the intention to rape her and knifed her to death when she resisted his sexual assailant, Kanji Vanja , fled the crime scene and hid in the bathroom of his house, from where he was eventually caught within hours of the murder on the midnight of May scanning his mobile phone, the police discovered a large number of obscene videos and pornographic content . Investigators said Vanja, a father of two children, had a disturbing habit of secretly recording videos of women, especially those wearing short and slightly revealing his wife also works as a nurse at a private hospital in the Nana Mava area and was on night duty at the time of the Patel, inspector, University police station, said Vanja was remanded to judicial custody by a local victim, Chaula Patel, worked with the state govt-run Gujarat Cancer Research Institute 's (GCRI) Rajkot hospital - Saurashtra Cancer Research Institute. She was transferred from Ahmedabad to Rajkot four months ago and lived in a rented house in Rishikesh Society, located behind the Ayurvedic Hospital."During interrogation, Vanja confessed that he entered the victim's house with the intent to commit rape. Patel resisted his advances, which led to a verbal altercation and physical struggle. In the ensuing confrontation, Vanja attacked her with a sharp weapon, inflicting wounds and leaving her dead on the spot," said Patel. In an act of self-defence, Patel managed to injure him on his leg and hails from Kodinar in Gir Somnath district and lived in Rajkot for the past year with his wife and two children in a rented revokes transfers of six nursesAhmedabad: Smarting under massive protests alleging 'punitive transfers', the Ahmedabad-based GCRI has revoked the transfer of six nurses, three males and three females. On Tuesday, the nursing staff had accused the GCRI director Dr Shashank Pandya of 'harassment' by arbitarily transfering nurses even on slightest mistakes. They alleged that the hospitals in other cities had no accommodation for the staff, forcing the women to live in rented houses, which often compromised on their safety and privacy in Rajkot, Siddhpur, and Bhavnagar.
