'' India's  battle with 'cancer capital' status"

While it may seem unbelievable, yet the fact remains- we're heading down the wrong path. Though it might not be  pleasant to hear, the truth is that what seems perfect and flawless is often nothing more than an illusion .My concern is directed towards the recent title of India as the world's cancer capital as per the reports of Apollo Hospitals on world Health Day 2024 . This is really a matter of significant concern.(Travel Attractions)

In a recent study, Apollo Hospitals has revealed statistics indicating a decline in the health of Indians. India has been given the title of the "cancer capital of the world. "surpassing all other countries. The alarming rate at which cancer cases are rising in India is deeply concerning.(Travel attractions)

The most frequent types of cancer in women are breast, ovarian, and cervical, where as men often encounter mouth, prostrate ,and lung cancer. According to 2020 statistics, there were 14 lakhs of cancer cases, and this number is expected to rise to 15.7 lakhs by 2025.

The findings from Apollo Hospitals also highlight the alarming rise of Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, mental health disorders, and cardiovascular diseases.

 What's particularly concerning is the increasing prevalence of these conditions among younger generations. Shockingly, in India, one in three individuals is pre-diabetic, two in three individuals are grappling with pre-hypertension, and one in ten suffer from depression. These statistics are truly staggering(Travel attractions)

Apollo's search reveals that the average age of breast cancer diagnosis in India is 52, while it stands at 63 in the USA and Europe .Additionally, they report that 30 percent of colon cancer patients in India are younger than 50 years old. 

Despite the rise in cases, India's screening rates are severely low. For instance, the breast cancer screening rate is a mere 1.9 percent in India, in contrast to 82 percent in the UK and 23 percent in China. Furthermore, the report highlights that cervical cancer screening in India is only 0.9 percent, compared to 73 percent in the USA and 70 percent in the UK.(Travel attractions) 

Apollo's research findings signal a serious health risk for the nation, emphasizing the need for immediate attention.

What initiatives can India undertake to counter the alarming rise in cancer occurrences, with the ultimate aim of no longer holding the title of the world's "cancer capital" and greatly improving the health and well-being of its citizens?

There are multiple ways to prevent and decrease the incidence of cancer:

Engage in regular exercise.

Ensure you get sufficient quality sleep daily, as lack of sleep is associated with weight gain , a risk factor for cancer.

Stay away from all types of tobacco.

Avoid alcohol.

Minimize exposure to radiation.

Minimize industrial and environmental toxins.

Vitamin D plays a role in reducing the risk of colon cancer, prostate cancer, and other forms of cancer.

Most importantly, make it a priority to undergo screening tests regularly to detect cancer in its early stages.