P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre has launched a dedicated six-day breast cancer screening camp for the women officers of Mumbai Police in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Held at the Additional Commissioner’s Office in Byculla from October 24 to October 30, this initiative provides a swift, non-invasive breast cancer examination using advanced iBreastExam technology, aiming to encourage early detection and empowering women officers and helping them safeguard their health.

Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among Indian women, representing 25% of all female cancers, with a rising incidence rate of 25.8 per 100,000 women. Concerningly, nearly 36% of breast cancer patients in India are now under the age of 50. With early onset on the rise, 60% of cases are detected only in advanced stages, underscoring the need for timely detection. Raising awareness and facilitating early examinations are essential in providing effective treatment and improving survival rates.

Mr. Gautam Khanna, CEO of P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, expressed the hospital’s commitment to preventive healthcare, stating, “At P. D. Hinduja Hospital, we are constantly striving to integrate the most advanced healthcare technologies to benefit our community. We always emphasized prevention and early detection of diseases. This special camp organized for the women officers of Mumbai Police reflects our commitment to ensuring that those who tirelessly protect Mumbaikars, have access to early examination methods for breast cancer.”

Dr. Vinay Deshmane, Consultant – Surgical Oncology at P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, added, “Early detection of breast cancer dramatically increases the chances of successful treatment. While we recommend every woman above forty years to undergo a mammogram at regular intervals based on their personal risk, this is often not possible due to limited access, lifestyle, and awareness issues. Hence, we are offering this clinical breast examination and scanning which will help increase awareness and may identify small lumps that might otherwise go unnoticed. By offering this examination and scan directly to Mumbai’s policewomen, we hope to raise awareness amongst this special group of women, so that those with abnormalities may seek medical evaluation and subsequent mammography/investigation at an early stage. This could potentially save lives of these extraordinary women who define the spirit of our beloved city.”

This initiative reflects P. D. Hinduja Hospital’s dedication to promoting health equity by making preventive healthcare accessible to all. The hospital warmly invites women to embrace this opportunity for proactive health care and early breast cancer detection.

Mr. Ajay Hinduja, Member of the Hinduja Family, shared his thoughts on this initiative, “At P. D. Hinduja Hospital, we believe in the power of early detection and are committed to preventive healthcare. Through this screening camp, we aim to send a message — that taking proactive steps towards health is vital. We are honored to support those who work tirelessly to safeguard our community.”

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