FEBRUARY 20259ovarian, and breast cancers. This type of cancer cases only occurs in women.Lifestyle Factors: Fueled by a deadly combination of lifestyle factors such as increased fat diets, obesity, and sedentary lifestyles directly contribute to the higher cancer incidence in women.Reduced Access to Healthcare: With limited access to healthcare facilities, preventive measures, and education, women in rural areas hold the risk of developing cancers, especially cervical cancers.Family & Genetic History: This is the most vital risk factor for many types of cancer in women. Women with a family history of ovarian, breast, or cervical cancer are at a complex risk, demanding regular screening and genetic counseling.Delayed Diagnosis: Typically, women are witnessed seeking medical attention later than men, which leads to a complex incidence of advanced to critical-stage cancers."Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in India, with alarming statistics revealing that one new case is diagnosed every four minutes. Early diagnosis is crucial, as it significantly increases survival rates--up to 90-95 percent when detected at stage one. It's also important to note that breast cancer can affect men, yet many are unaware of this risk. Our Pink Walk saw participation from both women and men, highlighting that awareness and early detection are vital for everyone," added Dr. K.M.M. Vishvak Chanthar, Chief of Breast Surgical Oncology at RGCIRC.Prevention & Detection: Prevention is the frontline defense barrier against cancer, for women, it includes lifestyle changes such as keeping up with a healthy diet, steady physical activity, avoiding tobacco, and avoiding consumption. In the journey of prevention, vaccinations play a vital role. For instance, the HPV vaccine has the potential to prevent almost 90 percent of cervical cancer cases.Detection of the cancer incidence at early stages increases the chances of positive and successful treatment. Regular screenings including mammograms for breast cancer, HPV test, and Pap smear for cervical cancer are crucial in detecting the cancer in women. The key to getting rid of cancer is to catch it before it progresses to the final stage, where treatment becomes more difficult and tends to be less effective.Dr. Shashi Rakheja, Senior Consultant, Preventive Oncology, RGCIRC highlights, " Vaccinating at a young
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