Cancer survivors honoured on Independence Day
- Freedom from Cancer Relief and Research Foundation in association with Saveetha Medical Center today organized a cancer awareness event - ‘Conquer 2019’
Chennai, August 15, 2019: Around 200 cancer survivors including children
participated in the event. The event was organized to honour the cancer conquerors. During the celebration,
cancer survivors including children participated in various cultural performances.
The funds raised from this event will be utilized
in spreading cancer awareness and cancer treatment for the underprivileged
children.
The chief guests of the event were Dr. Tamilisai
Soundararajan, BJP State President and Mr. Ameer, Director and Actor. The event
was presided by Dr N.M. Veeraiyan, Founder & Chancellor - Saveetha
Institute of Medical And Technical Sciences.
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| (2nd from Left) Dr Saveetha Rajesh, Director, Saveetha Medical College, (3rd from Left) Dr N.M. Veeraiyan, Founder & Chancellor - Saveetha Institute of Medical And Technical Sciences, (4th from Left) Actor Madhuvanthi, (6th from Left) Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, BJP State President, (Extreme Right) Dr. Soundararajan, (3rd from Right) Ameer, Director and Actor, (5th from Right) Prof. Dr Anita Ramesh, Professor Medical Oncology, Saveetha Medical College Hospital & Founder and CEO - Freedom from Cancer Relief and Research Foundation with Cancer Survivors |
Speaking
on the occasion Prof. Dr Anita Ramesh, Professor
Medical Oncology, Saveetha Medical College Hospital & Founder and CEO -
Freedom from Cancer Relief and Research Foundation said, “Every year, we
gather our well-wishers to celebrate the spirit of cancer survivors. These
celebrations provide an opportunity for survivors to converse, draw support and
get advice from others who share similar experience and rejoice. It is an
occasion for cancer survivors to come together and celebrate the new reality in
cancer survivorship.”
“Usually
when someone feels their body is undergoing physical uneasiness, they should
get it tested immediately. The three commonly occurring cancers in India are
those of the breast, uterine cervix and oral cancer. Together, they account for
approximately 35% of all cancers in India. Screening is effective in the
prevention and early detection of these cancers” added Prof. Dr Anita Ramesh.
Dr N.M.
Veeraiyan, Founder & Chancellor - Saveetha Institute of Medical And
Technical Sciences
said, “Improvements in the area of molecular genetics has greatly
helped both in the early detection and personalized treatment of the disease. People should
understand that Cancer is curable and one can lead a normal life after
surviving cancer.”
Some
of the cancer survivors shared their stories of success on their fight against
cancer, elaborated on how positive attitude, will power and strong support
system played a crucial role in their recovery. The whole occasion was filled
with joy & laughter. A Hope for the future and strength reflected across on
the day.
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