Apollo Cancer Centre Leads the Way w ith India’s First LungLife
Apollo Cancer Centre Leads the Way with India’s First LungLife Screening Program to Combat Lung Cancer
Chennai, December 3 2024: Apollo Can cer Centres (ACCs), a leader in cutting-edge cancer care, has launched India’s first LungLife Screening Program for e arly detection of lung cancer. This gro und-breaking initiative aims to comba bat lung cancer, which accounts for 5.9% of all cancers and 8.1% of cancer-related deaths in India. Early detectio n on aids in better treatment outcome and enhances the survival rate. (LINK)
GLOBOCAN 2020 estimates of cancer i ncidence and mortality produced by t he International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) show as lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer de ath, with an estimated 1.8 million deat hs (18%) in 2020.
The LungLife Screening Program aims at individuals who have the highest ri sk for lung cancer such as: (i) people b etween the age group of 50 and 80 year rs, (ii) asymptomatic (no signs or symp toms of lung cancer), (iii) individuals with a significant history of smoking a nd (iv) people with family history of lu ng cancers.
Early screening through low-dose com puted tomography (LDCT) can aid in e arly detection and significantly impro ve survival rates. Yet approximately 8 0% of high risk individuals have never discussed screening with their health c are providers. It is vital to enhance co mmunication and awareness around l ung cancer screening to enable early d iagnosis and save lives, especially amo ng high-risk population.
Mr Harshad, Director – Group Oncolog y & International, Apollo Hospitals sai d, “It is a privilege to introduce the Lu ng-Life Screening Program, a pioneeri ng initiative that marks a significant m rrilestone in Apollo Cancer Centre’s jo urney of advancing oncology care in In dia. This program is a testament to our unwavering commitment to equipping individuals with the resources and kn owledge to actively protect their healt h and embrace a life of possibilities. T hrough this initiative, Apollo Cancer C entres remains steadfast in its mission to elevate the standards of cancer care and awareness in India, inspiring nati onwide action and collaboration in the fight against lung cancer.”
Dr Sridhar Ravichandran, Consultant Pulmonologist, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, said, “Lung cancer remains o ne of the deadliest cancers globally, b ut early detection notably enhances s urvival chances. Through our Lung-L ife Screening Program, we aim to iden tify high-risk individuals early, using a dvanced low-dose CT technology, whic h minimizes radiation exposure while maximizing diagnostic precision. This program is particularly impactful for individuals with a history of smoking, passive smoking exposure, or a family history of lung cancer. By detecting lu ng cancer at a treatable stage, we em power patients with better treatment outcomes and build a renewed hope F or a healthier future.”
Dr PB. Vandana, Pulmonary Medicine – Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Vanagaram , said, “The introduction of Apollo Can cer Centre’s Lung-Life Screening Progr am marks a pivotal step in addressing the alarming rise of lung cancer in Ind ia. With this comprehensive screening program, we focus on early-stage detec tion, where the chances of effective tre atment and recovery are exponentiall y higher. The program leverages state-of-the-art low-dose CT scans, ensuring accurate diagnoses while prioritizing patient safety. Together, we are not j ust treating cancer but transforming lives through timely interventions and holistic care tailored to individual ne eds.”
Dr Jebin Roger S, Consultant – Pulmono logist, Apollo Cancer Centre, Teynamp et, said, “Lung cancer is a silent threat, often detected only when it has advanc ed, thereby, making early detection a c ritical intervention. With the launch of the Lung-Life Screening Program, Apol lo Cancer Centre is revolutionizing the approach to lung cancer care. This pro gram combines precision diagnostics with patient-focused care to detect it e arly, significantly improving survival rates. Our initiative demonstrates that proactive healthcare can save lives, of fering patients the best chance for rec 8overy and reinforcing our commitme nt to redefining excellence in cancer t reatment.”
Apollo Cancer Centres remains steadfa st in its mission to elevate the standar ds of cancer care and awareness in Ind ia. With the introduction of the Lung L ife Screening Program, ACCs hopes to i nspire nationwide action and collabo ration in the fight against lung cancer.
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