Health minister Ma Subramanian opened 1,397 cancer screening camps, citing increased tannery, dyeing, and rubber plantation cancer cases. A new cancer research center would be launched in Kanchipuram at a cost of Rs.220 crore.
Health minister Ma Subramanian inaugurated 1,397 cancer screening camps in Ranipet, Tirupathur, Kanyakumari, and Erode on Wednesday. The minister launched Erode camps in person, but other districts inaugurated them online.
After the inauguration, the minister told reporters that the four areas had more cancer patients due to the vast number of tanneries, dyeing facilities, and rubber plantations. “People over 18 will be screened at camps,” he said.
Subramanian claimed Karur and Ariyalur residents wanted cancer screening camps. “Their demands will be met quickly. An exclusive cancer research center would be launched in Kanchipuram at a cost of Rs.220 crore, he said.
Conclusion
Health Minister Ma Subramanian opened 1,397 cancer screening camps in Ranipet, Tirupathur, Kanyakumari, and Erode. Tanneries, dyeing units, and rubber plantations boost cancer rates in certain districts. Camps screen 18-plus. Karur and Ariyalur districts’ camp requests have been met, and a Rs.220 crore Kanchipuram cancer research facility would be launched. The state will swiftly meet these expectations.
