HELP GROUP FOR CANCER PATIENTS LAUNCHED IN DELHI

Doctors and survivors have launched “Pink Hope Cancer Patient Support Group” in the national capital. The support group, which is part of HCG Foundation, is a forum for cancer survivors who help cancer patients and caregivers to overcome their fear of the disease, and cope with the difficulties in treatment. The support group operates like a surrogate family where members feel supported and cared for and encourages hope, strength, and a positive attitude. The support group motivates community-based approaches for awareness, risks, prevention, and early detection of cancer with the help of public awareness campaigns and group discussions by patients, families, and caregivers thus strengthening emotional support as well. Cancer survivor Ranjitha Vinil said, “Our aim would be to support cancer survivors and give patients the hope of revival. It takes a lot of positivity and determination to fight the disease.”