JORHAT CANCER CENTRE

28 February 2023

Jorhat Cancer Centre observes World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day is observed worldwide on February 4 every year to raise awareness for a cancer-free society. Aligned with the theme for this year – Close the Care Gap – Jorhat Cancer Centre organised several programmes to raise awareness and educate people about the early signs, treatment, and preventive measures for cancer. The programme held at Dhekogorah Gram Panchayat educated the attendees about the risks associated with cancer and the precautions that one can take to minimize the risk of developing the disease. The participants of the programme held at Bhogamukh Block Primary Health Center (BPHC), benefitted from the education and awareness campaign provided by the guests and speakers. Free screening and other services were provided to the participants. A workshop and screening programme were organised for the students of Kaziranga University to educate them about the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment of cancer. Training was also imparted on conducting self-examination for detection of breast and oral cancers. The team also highlighted the facilities of the centre including screening, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The team's efforts and commitment to the cause of World Cancer Day is commendable and it will certainly help in raising awareness amongst the people.

28 October 2022

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Observed at Jorhat Cancer Centre

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Aligned with the global effort to extend support to people affected with breast cancer and to create awareness on prevention and early detection, Jorhat Cancer Centre organized various events. A sensitization session was organised on common symptoms and risk factors of breast cancer. Demonstration of self-breast examination technique and screening for breast cancer was also conducted by ACCF clinical team. At Charingia Gaon Panchayat awareness session, a rally and pink ribbon campaign was organised along with screening of eligible beneficiaries. The session witnessed the presence of Ward Member, Anganwadi worker and local SHG members. A special screening in association with District Health Society was organised at Dahotia & Nakachari. Breast cancer poster presentation was also held in the event. Breast Cancer is curable, if detected early. To facilitate early diagnosis, Assam Cancer Care Foundation hospitals provided free mammography for women above 45 years in the month of October. Mammography facility is available at affordable rates in all seven ACCF hospitals at Dibrugarh, Barpeta, Jorhat, Tezpur, Lakhimpur, Darrang, and Kokrajhar.

01 September 2022

Upper Assam Gets the First PET Scan Services; A Boon to Cancer Patients

PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography Scan) is a technique to detect the extent of spread of cancer and the progress & response to treatment in cancer patients. In absence of this facility, many patients had to undertake travel to faraway places and spend considerable sum of money to avail the facility and that too after a long wait. This is a critical test for efficient and accurate treatment of cancer which is now available at the Dibrugarh Cancer Center operated by the Assam Cancer Care Foundation - a joint initiative of the Government of Assam and the Tata Trusts. PET CT involves logistics management as the isotope required for the test is procured from Kolkata and brought by regular airlines under strict radiation safety precautions. The isotope has to be used on same day since it loses its efficacy due to limited half-life. With the efforts of ACCF, all the regulatory formalities have been completed as per satisfaction of the Atomic Energy Regulation Board (AERB) and PET facilities are now available in Dibrugarh for common people at most economic price. Dr Nitin Gangrade – Consultant, Nuclear Medicine at Dibrugarh Cancer Center has stated that the PET CT is latest and state-of-the-art machine available now in Dibrugarh and can perform all those tests which are regularly carried out in big cities. Dibrugarh Cancer Center has few more firsts such as first 128 Slice CT Scan which can undertake cardiac studies, a 3 Tesla MRI machine, the highest specification available in MRI technology and most modern blood component lab which is likely to start services in a few weeks. ACCF cancer center in Dibrugarh has two Linear accelerators - again first in Upper Assam and about 60 patients get the benefitted daily from these machines with practically no waiting for their turn to start the treatment. In the last four months 950 patients have received Chemotherapy, and 5800 patients have received Radiation Therapy. “It is only because of the visionary efforts of the Government of Assam in coordination with Tata Trusts, that the Dibrugarh Cancer Center is progressing at a fast pace and bringing world class cancer treatment modalities close to patients’ home and we are confident that the center would carve a niche for itself in national cancer care landscape”, said Shri Biswajit Pegu - DC Dibrugarh.

15 August 2022

75th Independence Day Celebration

Assam Cancer Care Foundation celebrated 75th Independence Day across its units at Dibrugarh, Barpeta, Tezpur, Lakhimpur, Jorhat, Darrang and Kokrajhar. A ceremonial programme was organized at each location beginning with flag hoisting, followed by parade and cultural show. The highlight of the day was plantation of 75 trees in each location to mark the 75th year of Indian independence and an endeavour towards protection of the environment. The event was attended by members of respective units - doctors, nurses and staff members along with their families.