Aster CMI hospital hosts cancer awareness campaign by bringing together stakeholders of society
Kannada actress Samyukta Hornad attends as the guest of honor
(Press Release)- Bengaluru, 02.01.23 - Aster CMI Hospital, a leading healthcare provider in the community, hosted a public gathering on February 2nd, 2023 to celebrate World Cancer Day and raise awareness about the disease. The event was held at the hospital and featured the actress Ms. Samyukta Hornad as the guest of honor. Asha Workers, NGOs, RWAs, Students, Social Workers, Women's Club were amongst the attendees. They also inaugurated the International Centre of Excellence in Robotic Surgery & Stoma Care Clinic. This event provided an opportunity for individuals to learn about cancer, the importance of early detection, and the resources available to those affected by the disease.
The public gathering was free and open to the public. It featured several guest speakers including cancer survivors, medical professionals, and advocates who shared their experiences and knowledge about the disease. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in interactive activities and engage with educational resources.
“Cancer is a global health issue that affects millions of people every year,” said Dr. Nitish Shetty, Regional Director - Aster Hospitals, Karnataka & Maharashtra, “We believe it’s our responsibility to educate and raise awareness about this disease in our community, and what better way to do that than to bring people together on World Cancer Day.”
Ms. Samyukta Hornad, Indian actress, said "Cancer is not just a physical battle, it's a mental one too. There are so many myths and misconceptions surrounding the disease, but the truth is, early self-screening, diagnosis, and proper treatment can increase the chances of a cure. Don't let fear and misinformation hold you back from taking control of your health. Your life is worth fighting for."
Speaking on the importance of cancer awareness, Prof. Dr. Somashekhar S P, Chairman - Medical Advisory Board, Aster DM Healthcare - GCC & India, Global Director - Aster International Institute of Oncology - GCC & India, Lead Consultant - Surgical & Gynaecological Oncology & Robotic Surgeon, HIPEC & PIPAC Super-specialist, Aster CMI Hospital said "Bridging the cancer care gap is one of the biggest challenges in our field. But with advancements in technology and the availability of all super specialities and expertise under one roof, we are now able to provide comprehensive and personalized care to our patients. We believe that every patient deserves access to the best possible treatment and our goal is to make that a reality. The future of cancer care is constantly evolving, and we are proud to be at the forefront of these advancements."
Commenting on the event, Dr. C N Patil, HOD and Lead Consultant - Medical Oncology & Haemato-Oncology, Aster CMI Hospital said "Chemotherapy has come a long way since its inception. In the past, it was seen as a one-size-fits-all approach to cancer treatment, but now we understand that every patient and every cancer is unique. With the advent of personalized medicine and targeted therapies, we are able to tailor treatment plans specifically for each patient, leading to improved outcomes and a better quality of life."
Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Ramesh Kumar S, CEO of Aster CMI Hospital said "Today marks a significant milestone for our hospital as we launch our initiative to provide advanced treatment and care under the AIIO umbrella in the Bangalore cluster. Our goal is to support the people in this community by offering the latest in medical technology and treatments, combined with a compassionate and patient-centered approach. We are proud to be a leader in healthcare and are committed to improving the lives of those in need."
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Rupee falls 1 paisa to all-time low of 84.40 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Nov 13 (PTI) The rupee slipped 1 paisa to an all-time low of 84.40 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, as persistent foreign fund outflows and a muted trend in domestic equities weighed on the local unit.
Forex traders said the USDINR pair has shown significant volatility in recent sessions, with the rupee inching closer to its all-time low of 84.40. This downward pressure is largely driven by global factors, particularly the Dollar Index’s strengthening.
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 84.40 against the greenback, registering a fall of 1 paisa over its previous close.
On Tuesday, the rupee fell 1 paisa to a new lifetime low of 84.39 against the US dollar.
"It appears that the rupee has established support around the current levels, with depreciation limited near 84.50," CR Forex Advisors MD Amit Pabari said.
Pabari further added that the RBI stands tall as the depreciation in the rupee seems to be limited as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) continues to sell the dollars to protect the sharp depreciation.
"For the 5th consecutive week, India’s forex reserves declined, possibly due to RBI selling the dollars. Currently, the forex reserves of India stand at USD 682 billion down from the recent all-time high of USD 704 billion," he said.
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading lower by 0.04 per cent at 105.98.
Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose 0.25 per cent to USD 72.07 per barrel in futures trade.
On the domestic equity market front, Sensex was trading 210.66 points, or 0.27 per cent lower, to 78,464.52 points. The Nifty fell 100.45 points, or 0.42 per cent, to 23,783.00 points.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers in the capital markets on Tuesday, as they offloaded shares worth Rs 3,024.31 crore, according to exchange data.
On the macroeconomic front, retail inflation breached the Reserve Bank's upper tolerance level, soaring to a 14-month high of 6.21 per cent in October mainly on account of rising food prices.
Inflation based on the consumer price index (CPI) was 5.49 per cent in September and 4.87 per cent in the year-ago month.
India's industrial production expanded by 3.1 per cent in September after recording a contraction in the preceding month, as all three major segments -- mining, manufacturing, and power generation -- showed improvement.
However, the growth in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) during the month was lower than 6.4 per cent registered in September 2023.
