Symptoms of breast cancer found in 637 women in Uttar Pradesh, data of special screening campaign increased the concern of the health department.

News India Live, Digital Desk: A shocking news has come out from Uttar Pradesh regarding women’s health. In a special health screening campaign run by the state government, early symptoms of breast cancer have been found in more than 600 women. After these figures came to light, the health department has become completely alert and special steps are being taken for the treatment of affected women.

Big revelation in screening campaign

Health check-up of thousands of women was done during the special screening campaign organized for women in various districts of Uttar Pradesh. The main objective of this investigation was to detect breast cancer and other serious diseases in time. According to the report, out of the total women examined 637 women Suspicious lumps and other symptoms of breast cancer have been observed.

Hospitals on high alert and further procedure

Women in whom these symptoms have been found have been immediately referred to higher medical centers. Health department officials say that now biopsy and other necessary tests will be done on these women so that cancer can be confirmed. The main emphasis of the department is on ‘early detection’, because with timely treatment, breast cancer can be completely cured.

Lack of awareness becomes a big challenge

Experts believe that there is a huge lack of health awareness among women in rural and semi-urban areas. Due to shame or lack of information, women ignore the initial symptoms, which later prove fatal. Through this campaign, the government aims to reach every woman and make them aware about self-examination.

Government’s next strategy

The Uttar Pradesh government is now planning to extend such screening camps to the tehsil and block level to make them more effective. The Health Minister has directed that there should be no negligence in the cost of treatment and care of women who have symptoms.