'To be the beacon of hope against cancer' is the motto of Indian Cancer Society (ICS).

In this episode, we have representatives of ICS - Ms.Kanchan Bannerjee (Honorary Secretary) and Dr.Guru Suhas P (Manager, Medical Screening) joining our discussion.

As per a report from National Cancer Registry Programme, as many as 1.39 million people in India (1,392,179) had cancer in 2020 and it is projected to increase to 1.57 million by 2025.

It is estimated that 1 in 9 Indians will develop cancer during their lifetime. The projected 5 most common cancers in 2020 for males (lung, mouth, prostate, tongue, and stomach) constitute 36% of all cancers and for females (breast, cervix uteri, ovary, corpus uteri, and lung) constitute 53% of all cancers.

The time to take action is RIGHT NOW!

Join us as we discuss interesting topics such as -

1) Debunking myths about cancer

2) Mental health and support for cancer patients and family members

3) Dealing with side effects of cancer treatment and medication

4) How organisations and individuals can contribute to 'Rise Against Cancer'

and much more

Register for the TCS world 10K or 5K run to help ICS raise funds.

5K and 10K run date: 15th May 2022

Other categories include: Virtual runs (5K & 10K), Senior Citizens' Run (4.2K) and Champions with Disability (4.2K)

Learn more about ICS and its activities here: http://www.indiancancersocietybangalore.org/

 Donate here: https://www.icfn.in/tcsworld10k2022/fundraiser/bshorts_ics_tcs_run

How to become a fundraiser: 4 easy steps to do it in 2 mins.

• Open this page https://icfn.in/tcsworld10k2022/Indian-Cancer-Society

• Under the Appeal black window – click on “ Be a fundraiser”

• Choose “icare fundraiser” – Other options have target and need to pay. This is free and fundraise as much as possible. - > Proceed next

• Sign-up with all details and Submit.

Hurry Up! The last day to register for the run is 6th May 2022 or as soon as running places are over (whichever is earlier).

Please leave your comments, thoughts, and questions below or email us at [email protected]

We would love to hear from you.

Cheers,

Team B-Shorts