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Fighting cervical cancer
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| Monday, June 08, 2009
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Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in Indian women. According to World Health Organization (WHO) estimates, every year 132,082 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and 74,118 women die from this disease.
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Breast self examination
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| Wednesday, December 01, 2004
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There is a 1 in 10 chance that a woman will have breast cancer during her lifetime. Over 1,000,000 women find lumps in their breasts every year some of which are cancerous but most are benign. A simple BSE can be the key to finding any abnormality early
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Breast Cancer in India
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| Tuesday, June 05, 2001
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Cases of breast cancer are rising all over the world, especially in developing countries like India.
Professor Indraneel Mittra from the Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, discusses the reasons behind this trend. He also explains the details of the condition, including the modalities of detection and its management. He strongly suggests a visit to the doctor if you have a lump in your breast.
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