How to make a strong Cervical Cancer free society?

Skin reactions are not unusual among cancer patients. While cancer treatment kills cancer cells, it can also have unwanted side effects, such as dry skin, hair loss and brittle nails. Dry and itchy skin is common, as is hair loss. The side effects will depend on the type and dose of medications that are a part of the cancer treatment. But cancer patients have many ways to cope with such changes – from cutting their hair short to moisturizing their skin regularly. Early intervention is a key to preventing side effects from worsening. Usually your doctor will be able to tell you about the possible skin reaction before the beginning of the treatment. Once you begin treatment, note down any skin reactions you notice and bring them to the attention of your healthcare team. Skin Care Cancer treatment, particularly chemotherapy, often causes dry, irritated skin. It can get so severely dry that it becomes inflamed and more susceptible to infections. Rather than waiting for sym...

The end of cancer treatment marks the opening of a new chapter in people’s lives. While it can bring hope and happiness, it can also bring worries and uncertainty. The fear of a cancer relapse is common among cancer survivors and can sometimes be quite intense. Unexpected issues might also cause concern. For instance, you might be stressed about the financial issues resulting from your treatment. Visits to your health care team too would be less frequent resulting in a feeling that you are no longer fighting cancer and hence, feeling less under control. Any of these things might make you anxious. However, everyone can benefit from help and support from friends and family, support groups, professional counselors and others. Going back to “normal” You don’t see your cancer care team as often as before. These people may have become an important part of your life. Hence, you might feel alone and lost without their support. You might also have difficulty in going back to your...

Many people with cancer and survivors worry about cancer relapsing after treatment. Positive lifestyle changes can help prevent a cancer relapse. However, many cancer survivors are also likely to develop chronic health issues like obesity, heart problems, thinning of the bones and / or bone breakage, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and diabetes. These health issues can be prevented by improving your health and quality of life in the following ways: Eating a healthy diet Include an assortment of fruits vegetables and other unprocessed, low-fat foods in every meal. Healthy eating can also reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. Lean protein and low-fat dairy products are also recommended. Avoid highly processed foods and red meats as much as possible. Doing physical activity regularly Side effects from cancer and cancer treatment, such as fatigue or sleep problems, can keep you from being active. However, it is ...

My name is Jyoti Walmik Lokhande and I live in Warud Kazi village in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. I met an ASHA worker when she was conducting a survey in my village. This is when she told me about a health camp being held in the village. She also told me that there would be doctors who will be doing health checkups specifically for women. As advised by the ASHA worker, I attended the camp wherein, I was diagnosed with cervical cancer and was prescribed a surgery. I was also told that the surgery would be absolutely free of cost. The volunteers at the GeBBS Foundation also explained to me and my husband why I should undergo hysterectomy. It was because of this detailed explanation that we decided to undergo surgery. The volunteers at the GeBBS Foundation also provided great help for me to get admitted at the MGM Hospital , Aurangabad wherein I underwent a successful surgery. I am extremely grateful to the GeBBS Foundation and MGM hospital for a providing m...

GeBBS Foundation is an organisation which has done remarkable work in the field of health for rural women. The camps held by this organisation for the promotion of women’s health and empowerment, have created widespread awareness about cervical and breast cancer. These camps are absolutely free of cost. If a woman attending the camp is diagnosed with cancer, she is provided with the necessary guidance for fighting the disease. GeBBS Foundation has made an extremely valuable contribution for the welfare of women in Aurangabad and Jalna districts of Maharashtra. I had a first-hand experience of the efforts taken by GeBBS Foundation for women’s welfare and empowerment when I attended a camp held in Gopalpur village near Aurangabad. Due to this widespread awareness, my dream and passion to work for the betterment of the rural population has increased fourfold. During the second camp that I attended in Dongargaon village in Aurangabad district, I learnt that awareness is a powerf...