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National Cancer Awareness Day 2022: When and how to get screened for these common types of cancer

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Updated on: 07 November,2022 05:18 PM IST  |  Mumbai
Maitrai Agarwal | maitrai.agarwal@mid-day.com

With cancer being responsible for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020, the need for early detection and treatment is urgent. Dr Akshay Shah, consultant medical haemato-oncology and stem cell transplant at Global Hospital, lists symptoms as well as appropriate methods and frequency of screening for various forms of cancer

National Cancer Awareness Day 2022: When and how to get screened for these common types of cancer

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According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), cancer is a leading cause of death globally, with nearly 10 million deaths being reported in 2020. Of the various types, breast, lung, and colon cancer are among the most common. With advancement in medicine, many forms of this life-threatening disease can be cured if detected early and treated effectively.

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