Apollo Cancer Centres launches its first edition of ‘Winners on Wheels’ Cyclothon for awareness on Sarcoma cancer

• Over 100 people including children from JS Global School, Sholinganallur and Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, Mylapore participate in the event to create awareness about Sarcoma Cancer and life beyond cancer treatment.

Chennai, 30th July 2022: This Sarcoma Awareness Month, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, First & only proton beam therapy centre in South Asia & Middle east, hosted ‘Winners on Wheels’ cyclothon to spread awareness about Sarcoma cancer. This initiative was aimed to create awareness and encourage positivity about cancer treatment for a better quality of life. To shed light on how a well-treated cancer patient can lead a successful life, people volunteered to participate in the cyclothon as Apollo’s brand ambassador. Regional Cyclothons across 5 cities – Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi are also being conducted to create awareness about Sarcoma Cancer & its symptoms.

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The event was flagged off by Ms. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals. The clinicians, doctors, medical staff and the leaders of Apollo, Mr. Harshad Reddy, Director-Operations- Group Oncology & International, Apollo Cancer Centres, Mr. Harish Trivedi, Chief Executive Officer, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Dr Rakesh Jalali, Medical Director, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre along with Ms. R V Ramya Bharthi, IPS, Joint Commissioner- Chennai North Zone and Ms. Aishwarya Rajinikanth, Filmmaker & Entrepreneur were present for the event. Local cyclist associations and children from schools - JS Global School, Sholinganallur and Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, Mylapore also took part in this activity. 

(L to R) Harshad Reddy, Director-Operations- Group Oncology & International, Apollo Cancer Centres; Aishwarya Rajinikanth, Filmmaker & Entreprenuer; Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals; R V Ramya Bharthi, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police- Chennai North Zone

Sarcoma is one of the cancers which affects the soft tissues or bone. Bone Sarcomas constitute as the third most common cause of mortality in adolescents. In addition to raising awareness around Sarcoma cancer, the cyclothon also promoted the need for a healthy lifestyle to ensure a future with less cancer risk. The gathering discussed the primary topic of reasoning on the forgotten disease. 

On the occasion, Ms Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals said, “In the era of a sedentary lifestyle, old and young, living on the verge of increasing all causes of mortality, double the risk of cardiovascular diseases and increase the risks of cancers. It is imperative to understand the diseases that are growing and gripping our society. One such, forgotten disease is Sarcoma cancer, a type of cancer that begins in the bone or in the soft tissues of the body, including cartilage or other connective or supportive tissue, which has seen a rise worldwide. This July—Sarcoma Awareness Month—we hope to raise awareness on the same and encourage adoption of a healthy lifestyle in day-to-day life. Apollo Cancer Centres have been at the forefront of the battle with cancer by arming the teams with the latest technology and initiatives to enhance care standards for cancer patients. I would also thank Aishwarya Rajinikanth and Ramya Bharathi for supporting us with their gracious presence today and wholehearted encouragement.”

Commenting on the initiative, Ms R V Ramya Bharthi, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police- Chennai North Zone said, “As we continue to treat patients with Sarcoma cancer, we realize how important it is to create an in-depth awareness about the disease. Analyzing symptoms and getting treated on priority in such cases is the best solution. Let’s engage and work out as much as possible and build a healthy lifestyle. It is our mission to be focused on preventing and treating cancer in the best possible manner.”

Aishwarya Rajinikanth, Filmmaker & Entreprenuer said, “Over the years, we have become well acquainted with new health disorders and forgotten the unusual diseases. One such forgotten disease is Sarcoma cancer. Apollo is standing in line with its mission to spread awareness about cancers and early diagnosis. I feel proud to be associated with Apollo and encouraging patients and survivors to let go of the fear and embrace a happy life after cancer.”

About Apollo Cancer Centre: 

THE CANCER CARE LEGACY: BREATHING HOPE INTO LIVES FOR OVER 28 YEARS

Cancer care today means 360-degree comprehensive care, which requires commitment, expertise and an indomitable spirit from the cancer specialists

Apollo Cancer Centres- are present across 14 cities and has 1000 dedicated beds, over 250 oncologists to oversee delivery of high-end precision Oncology Therapy. Our oncologists deliver world-class cancer care following an organ-based practice under competent Cancer Management Teams. This helps us in delivering exemplary treatment to the patient in an environment which has consistently delivered an international standard of clinical outcomes.

Today people from 147 countries come to India for cancer treatment at Apollo Cancer Centres. With the first & only Pencil Beam Proton Therapy Centre in South Asia & Middle East, Apollo Cancer Centres has all that is needed to strengthen the battle against cancer.

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