The Red Cross Society
of Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, under the able guidance of Principal Dr.
Ekta Khosla, organized a seminar on Cancer Awareness in collaboration with
Fortis Hospital. The programme aimed at spreading awareness among young women
about breast cancer and the importance of its early detection. Dr. Navdeep
Singh from Fortis Hospital was the resource person on the occasion. He
delivered an informative talk on breast cancer, highlighting its symptoms,
preventive measures, and common myths associated with the disease. He
emphasized that breast cancer can be effectively controlled with timely
diagnosis and proper treatment. He also demonstrated the technique of
self-breast examination and encouraged students to go for regular health
check-ups. Stressing the importance of a healthy lifestyle, he stated that
balanced diet and regular exercise play a significant role in prevention. He
advised that any unusual symptom should never be ignored and immediate medical
consultation must be sought. Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla lauded the efforts of
Red Cross Society Advisor Mrs. Deepshikha and In-charge Mrs. Pawan Kumari for
successfully organizing the seminar. She remarked that breast cancer is a
rapidly growing concern among women, but it can be overcome through awareness,
timely screening, and proper treatment. She further added that social
hesitation, fear, and lack of awareness often prevent women from seeking
medical help at the right time, and such seminars provide the much-needed
guidance. She expressed hope that more such awareness programmes would be
conducted in future to contribute towards building a healthy and aware society.
Mrs. Deepshikha , Advisor of the Red Cross Society, extended a vote of thanks
to the resource person and said that the valuable information shared during the
session would greatly benefit the students. She described the seminar as a
significant and much-needed initiative for safeguarding women’s health. Dr. Saloni Sharma, Dr. Vandana
Thakur, Medical Officer Dr. Jasbir were also present.
