Cancer Control Needs Robust Data: Expert

Hyderabad:Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (Nims) hosted a special lecture on cancer control, featuring Dr Prashant Mathur, director of the National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research (NCDIR), as the chief guest.

Speaking on 'Cancer Control: Current Scenario, Strategies and Public Awareness,' Dr Mathur underlined the growing cancer burden in India and the urgency of preventive action. He stressed the importance of standardised data, stronger cancer registries and improved health information systems.

“To reduce the cancer burden, we must base our strategies on robust data,” Dr Mathur said. He called for expanded screening in rural and urban areas and equitable access to diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.

Dr Raghunadharao, Professor at MNJ Cancer Hospital, said cancer control was not limited to the medical domain alone. “Insights from experts like Dr Mathur guide students, researchers and institutions toward proactive public health action,” he explained.

The event was organised by the Department of Medical Oncology and the State Cancer Registry principal investigator, Dr Sadashivudu Gundeti. It was attended by NIMS director Dr Nagari Beerappa, dean Dr Liza Rajasekhar and several health professionals, students and researchers.