Media Release
Mangaluru, Feb 4: In a proactive effort to combat the rising incidence of cancer through lifestyle education, KMC Hospital Mangaluru has announced a comprehensive public awareness program titled ‘Let's AVOID Cancer.’ The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, starting at 4 pm at the hospital premises.
The initiative, led by the hospital's Comprehensive Cancer Care Team, aims to address common yet often overlooked lifestyle risks.
The programme will tackle critical health questions, including
- Smartphone usage habits in bedroom?
- Risks from microwaves, non-stick pans, and air fryers?
- The risks associated with hot food in plastic containers and water in plastic bottles?
- The dangers of passive smoking, processed foods, aerated drinks, nail polish, lipsticks and other cosmetics?
Expert panel attendees will have the unique opportunity to interact with a multi-disciplinary panel of specialists, hemato oncologist, breast specialist, surgical oncologist, medical oncologist, child cancer specialist.
Who should attend?
The programme is designed for a broad audience, including the youth using all modern amenities including bottled beverages, fast & packed food, using smart phone, senior citizens, and those with a family history of cancer. It is also highly recommended for educators, parents, health advisors, and social workers who can help spread these life-saving messages within the community.
Event details & registration
- Date: Saturday, February 7
- Time: 4 pm
- Venue: Ground Floor, Tower - 2, KMC Hospital Mangaluru, Dr BR Ambedkar Circle.
Registration is free but mandatory. Interested participants are requested to register by sending a WhatsApp message with their name and location to +91 90081 67071