Associated News Bureau

Learning Links Foundation Organises Community-Level Cancer Awareness Programme on National Cancer Awareness Day

Srinagar; On the occasion of National Cancer Awareness Day, Learning Links Foundation, under its Road to School Programme, a CSR initiative of Ashok Leyland Foundation, organised a community-level cancer awareness programme in collaboration with Project Batwara ICDS. The programme was conducted by ESDs Ms. Rukshanda and Ms. Mehren, with the active participation of ICDS Supervisor Ms. Waheeda, ICDS workers and helpers, ASHA workers, and representatives of the Department of Social Welfare. Dr. Manzoor from Gousia Hospital also attended the programme and shared valuable insights on cancer awareness, preventive measures and the critical importance of early detection. The awareness session focused on educating participants about cancer risk factors, common warning signs, preventive practices, timely screening and the importance of seeking medical consultation at the earliest stage. The information was communicated in simple and accessible language to enable participants to further spread awareness and promote responsible health practices within their respective communities. The programme underscored the importance of coordinated efforts among healthcare institutions, government departments and community-level workers in strengthening preventive healthcare. It also highlighted the need to encourage early diagnosis, timely medical intervention and greater public awareness to combat cancer effectively. ANB