Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini laid special stress on the need for early detection of cancer and said that although it is a serious disease, early diagnosis and treatment could be of much help. His comment was made while interacting with cancer survivors among children, parents and physicians, at Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi. The function was organized in commemoration of International Childhood Cancer Day, an international movement to increase awareness of childhood cancer and encourage support for young patients to combat the disease.

In the course of the interaction, the Chief Minister bestowed his best wishes on the children, telling them to embrace a bright and successful future. The child survivors thanked him with paintings they made from their own handprints. Moved by the gesture, the Chief Minister autographed the artwork and left a message calling for increased awareness and education regarding cancer in children. He pointed to the growing number of cancer cases, which has been consistently increasing over the last few years and is impacting people of all age groups. Increasing awareness, he said, is one of the best means to avoid and treat the disease. By identifying the symptoms at an early stage and taking timely medical help, the possibility of curing the disease significantly increases.

Chief Minister also met with doctors of Fortis Hospital, Gurugram, who had brought the children to the function. He appreciated them for their hard work and selfless efforts in curing young cancer patients and ensuring their recovery. Recognizing the pivotal role that medical practitioners play in the fight against cancer, he appreciated their efforts in saving lives and enhancing patient care.

Haryana has been trying hard to increase cancer awareness and offer medical and financial support to cancer patients. The state government has introduced a number of measures to help cancer patients and their families. Free bus travel in Haryana State Transport buses to cancer patients is one such measure, which makes it possible for them to avail medical facilities without any cost. In addition, the government pays a monthly pension via social security schemes to patients so that they can cover the expenses of extended treatment and recuperation.

In order to further educate the public and encourage preventive healthcare, Haryana has been conducting awareness rallies, seminars, and health camps throughout the state. These activities are designed to educate citizens on cancer risk factors, the need for early diagnosis, and the fact that treatment is available. Through community engagement and awareness, the government is hoping to get people to lead healthier lifestyles and visit doctors at the first sign of illness.

Healthcare infrastructure-wise, Haryana has some of the state’s medical centers specialized in the treatment of cancer. Atal Cancer Hospital at Ambala, PGIMS at Rohtak, the National Cancer Institute in Jhajjar, and a number of Day-Care Centers throughout the state provide advanced facilities to the cancer patients. Advanced treatments in the form of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical procedures are made available, with the centers ensuring that proper care is received near their homeland.

The fact that there were great oncologists and medical professionals attending the event only highlighted the significance of coordination between the government and medical facilities in the war against cancer. Physicians such as Dr. Vikas Dua, Dr. Arun Daneva, Dr. Sohini, Dr. Swati, Dr. Sunisha, Dr. Yash Rawat, and Abhishek Sharma of Fortis Hospital were some of the people present at the event. Their efforts in pediatric cancer care have played a pivotal role in enhancing the survival rate and providing hope for young patients and their families.

With childhood cancer remaining a major health issue, initiatives such as these are playing an important part in ensuring children with the problem receive the highest quality of treatment and care. The Haryana Bhawan event was not only a time of acknowledgement for the young survivors but also a testament to the renewed determination of the government to increase cancer care in the state. Through ongoing vigilance regarding awareness, early diagnosis, and accessibility to good health care, Haryana seeks to make significant strides against cancer, providing patients and families with the support and means to battle the disease.