by knmh.org | Jul 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
Cancer can be cured in many cases, particularly when detected at an early stage, though physicians generally use the term “remission” rather than “cure” immediately after treatment. This distinction exists because microscopic cancer cells may...
by knmh.org | Jul 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
Survival rates for common cancers vary considerably by type, and stage at diagnosis remains the strongest factor influencing outcomes. In India, national registry data shows breast cancer at around 66.4% five-year survival and cervical cancer at approximately 48.7%,...
by knmh.org | Jul 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Ayushman Bharat’s PM-JAY scheme provides cancer treatment coverage for eligible families through cashless care of up to five lakh rupees a year at empanelled hospitals. This coverage includes cancer surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and the diagnostic...
by knmh.org | May 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
A Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) is a Govt-designated institution under India’s National Cancer Control Programme, formally recognised by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to deliver comprehensive cancer diagnosis, treatment, research, palliation, and...
by knmh.org | May 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Cancer is diagnosed through a structured, multi-step process that begins with a physical examination and review of symptoms and medical history, followed by blood and urine analysis, imaging studies such as CT, MRI, and PET scans to locate and assess the tumour, and a...
