Media Release
Mangaluru, Oct 6: Every year Nadoja Dr G Shankar uniquely celebrates his birthday by donating money for the treatment of poor cancer and kidney patients so that they too will be able to lead a healthy and happy life.
On October 4, Rs 73 lac was donated to 289 cancer and kidney patients at KMC Hospital, Attavar during a cheque distribution programme held at the Shushrutha Hall.
Addressing the gathering Dr G Shanker said, “From the past 4 years I am helping cancer and Kidney patients in my capacity. we are distributing nearly Rs 2 crore at the KMC Attavar, Fr Muller Hospital and Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru & Tomorrow we will be doing the same in KMC Manipal, Adarsh Hospital and the government hospital in Udupi.”
Dr G Shankar further said, “It is shocking to hear that Cancer is a deadly disease. But now there is a treatment for the disease and through PET scan the doctors can find out which part of the body is affected by cancer. Through this scan, doctors can treat a particular area and cure the patient. I know that the treatment is expensive but this is a small contribution from my side. Every year on my birthday I do my part to financially support the poor patients. Those born on this earth will have to die one day but we should support those who suffer from cancer and help them to fight the disease and recover. Death is not in our hands, there are various reasons due to which people die. A healthy person may suddenly heart attack, Nowadays due to stress People jump from the Netravati river and end their life instantly. But diseases like cancer kills a person with utmost suffering and affects the family too. Family members should help and encourage the patients in their fight against the disease. KMC hospital and G Shankar trust are always with you. Don’t lose hope”.
Dr G Shankar was felicitated on the occasion by KMC Hospital along with the prayers of good health and happiness by children.
Demand Drafts amounting to Rs 73 lac were distributed among the 278 cancer and kidney disease patients by Dr G Shankar.
Dr Harsha Prasada Children cancer specialist( Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist)delivered the vote of thanks. Dr John Ramapuram-Medical Superintendent of KMC Hospital, Attavar, Dr Anand Venugopal-Regional Chief of Clinical Services KMC Hospital Ambedkar Circle, Dr Deepak Madi-Deputy Medical Superintendent KMC Attavar were also present.
Udayshankar compered the programme.