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Over 200 childhood cancer survivors gather in Hyderabad for awareness programme

Over 200 childhood cancer survivors gather in Hyderabad for awareness programme

Over 200 childhood cancer survivors and their families gathered in Hyderabad for a crucial awareness programme, organized by Rainbow Children’s Hospital in Banjara Hills. The event aimed to educate the public about childhood cancers and offer support to those undergoing treatment and their families. Tollywood actress Ritu Varma graced the occasion, engaging with the attendees and sharing her personal experiences.

Hospital executives, including CMD Ramesh Kancharla, Intensive Care Services Director Dinesh Chirla, and Department Head Sirisha Rani, stressed the importance of dispelling myths surrounding childhood cancer. They emphasized that children are susceptible to cancer and that many types, such as blood cancers, have favorable treatment outcomes when detected and treated promptly.

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