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United News of India
31-05-2025
- Health
- United News of India
Chennai, May 30 (UNI) The Chennai-based VS Hospitals, in association with Merck Specialities
Oral cancer protection campaign launched Private Limited, on FridaY launched the 'Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection' campaign with the hashtag #ActAgainstOralCancer on the note of World No Tobacco Day. This nationwide campaign urges people to perform quick oral self-checks to catch early signs of cancer. Mirrors will be placed in hospital waiting areas to help visitors spot red or white patches, non-healing sores, swelling, or voice changes. The message is Feel, Look, Act. The rising surge in oral cancer cases is an urgent call for immediate public awareness, early detection, and preventive action. The causes include tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection, Prof. Dr. S. Subramanian, senior most medical oncologist, Founder Chairman, and Managing Director, said. Early detection through regular self-checks is key to improving outcomes. Complications of oral cancer can include difficulty in speaking, swallowing, and breathing, as well as the spread of cancer to nearby tissues or other parts of the body, he said, according to a hospital release. He said the Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection" campaign will help with timely detection and management of oral cancer. Dr. S. Nithya, Associate Director and Senior Consultant - Medical Oncology, said 'Head and neck cancer is the most common cancer among Indians. These cases are steadily increasing, and among them, oral cancer is rising at an alarming rate. While breast cancer awareness has grown over the years, especially about self-exams, the same urgency was missing when it comes to oral cancer as nearly 65% of patients visit the doctor in advanced stages of the disease, which delays treatment and reduces survival rates. This campaign underscores the importance of a quick monthly self-checks for effective treatment and a better chance of recovery,' she said. UNI GV 1750
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Mirror check drive to curb oral cancer
Lucknow: Early signs of oral cancer--such as white or red patches, non-healing ulcers, unexplained bleeding, persistent lumps, or voice changes-- require immediate attention. Doctors recommend a simple monthly self-check: look in the mirror, feel for abnormalities, and act quickly. This information was shared during a programme to launch a nationwide "Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection" campaign by Medanta Hospital and Merck Specialities Private Limited recently. Oral cancer, part of the broader category of head and neck cancers, often goes unnoticed until advanced stages. Director, medical and hemato oncology Dr Abhishek Kumar Singh said: "Just two minutes a month for self-examination can lead to early detection and save lives." "India records over two lakh new head and neck cancer cases annually, with oral cancer comprising 65% of these. Alarmingly, 60-70% are diagnosed at advanced stages. Public awareness and early diagnosis are vital to reducing morbidity," said director, oncology, Medanta Hospital Dr Harshvardhan Atreya.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
RGCIRC launches campaign for early oral cancer detection, Health News, ET HealthWorld
Advt By , ETHealthWorld Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETHealthworld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App New Delhi: Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre (RGCIRC), Rohini, New Delhi, in association with Merck Specialities Private Limited has launched the 'Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection' campaign with the hashtag # campaign aims to tackle the alarming rise in oral cancer cases by encouraging individuals to perform a quick self-check using mirrors that are almost always available to one and all. The stated message of the campaign is: Look, Feel, and to the institute, mirror checks can help identify early signs of oral cancer , potentially enabling timely part of the initiative, mirrors will be placed in hospital waiting areas to encourage visitors to perform (Prof) Sudhir Kumar Rawal, Medical Director, RGCIRC said, 'Head and neck cancer is very common in India. These types of cancers are lifestyle-related, and linked to the rampant use of tobacco and alcohol in society. The treatment of this cancer, especially when detected early, is much more effective.'Dr. A.K. Dewan, Director, Surgical Oncology, RGCIRC stated, 'Gutkha, smoking, alcohol consumption, poor oral hygiene, and certain viral infections, especially Human Papillomavirus (HPV) are key risk factors contributing to the rising incidence of throat cancers.''There should be awareness on the common early signs and symptoms of oral cancers like white patches, red patches, referred ear pain, and nonhealing ulcers.' said Dr. Mudit Agarwal, Unit Head & Senior Consultant, Head & Neck Oncology, RGCIRC.
The Hindu
30-04-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Hospital launches oral cancer awareness initiative
GVN Riverside Hospital, in association with Merck Specialties, has launched a campaign in Tiruchi called 'Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection' to mark Head and Neck Cancer awareness month on Wednesday. Through this initiative, with the hashtag #ActAgainstOralCancer, patients who are visiting hospitals, can also activate their self check-up where mirrors will be strategically placed in the waiting areas. The campaign was inaugurated by GVN Riverside's head of Oncology Arun Seshachalam, in the presence of consultant radiation oncologist L. Sofia Rajesh; consultant surgical oncologist, Pradeep; consultant head and neck surgeon Ronald Anto and other officials. In his inaugural address, Dr. Seshachalam said the campaign was aimed at highlighting the importance of a quick monthly self-check. 'It requires just two minutes in front of a mirror to make a difference. Early-stage diagnosis means faster, more effective treatment and a much better chance of recovery,' he said. Dr. Rajesh advised members of the public to check for white or red patches in the mouth, ulcers that don't heal within two weeks and unusual bleeding or loose teeth.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
2-minute monthly self-check can save lives, say oncologists
Patna: Oncologists on Monday said a simple two-minute self-examination each month could aid in the early detection of oral cancer, potentially saving thousands of lives. Speaking at the launch of the nationwide initiative, 'Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection', held to mark Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, experts highlighted the critical importance of raising awareness for timely detection and treatment. "India is the global capital in terms of head and neck cancer with around two lakh patients diagnosed annually, the highest number worldwide," said Dr Anil Kumar, an oncologist from a private hospital. He added that in 2022, over one lakh cases of lip and oral cavity cancers were reported, accounting for 65% of all head and neck cancer cases. "Unfortunately, around 60-70% of cases are detected at advanced stages (stage 3 or 4), which makes treatment extremely difficult," Dr Kumar said, adding that the campaign encourages individuals to carry out quick monthly self-checks to aid early diagnosis. Under the initiative, people are encouraged to perform a self-examination using mirrors placed at strategic points. "An individual needs to 'look' into the entire mouth for white or red patches, ulcers that do not heal within two weeks, and any unusual bleeding or loose teeth. They must then 'feel' for changes, such as lumps or swelling in the jaw or neck, hoarseness, voice changes, or persistent pain when swallowing. The final step is to 'act' immediately if any such signs are detected," Dr Abhishek Anand said.
