Bengaluru: Pratidhwani Sports and Cultural Association, in association with Trecho Run Club and the Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO), organised a cancer awareness walkathon at Rose Garden Park in Jayanagar on Sunday.
Dr. A.S. Mahantesh, Senior Medical Officer at KMIO, and Dr. Nadeem Hoda, Head of the Department of Oral Oncology at KMIO, were the chief guests at the event. Speaking on the occasion, they stressed the need to increase public awareness about oral cancer, with particular emphasis on prevention, early detection, and the importance of seeking timely medical care.
The doctors drew attention to the rising incidence of oral cancer, especially due to tobacco consumption in various forms, and highlighted the role of lifestyle modifications in reducing risk. They also underscored the value of regular oral examinations and community-level screening programmes in improving early diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
The walkathon saw participation from residents, fitness enthusiasts, and volunteers, and aimed to promote informed public engagement in cancer prevention and awareness efforts.
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