Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates 'Asha Van' cancer screening van
Synopsis
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launched the 'Asha Van', a mobile cancer screening unit donated by Jenburkt Pharmaceutical. It will provide early detection services for various cancers in rural areas, supporting the 'Health and Wellness for All' goal.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Cancer Screening Van - Asha Van, which will support early detection of cancer. This Asha Van has been donated to the Bhavnagar branch of the Indian Red Cross Society by Jenburkt Pharmaceutical, according to a release.
Advanced Screening Capabilities
The van is equipped with EVA-Pro diagnostics, a mammography unit, and expert tele-consultation facilities. Additionally, screening for diseases such as lung cancer, oral cancer, blood cancer, cervical cancer, pancreatic cancer, as well as liver cancer, breast and prostate cancer will be possible on-site through this van using ultra-modern instrumentation.
Supporting National Health Mission
This Asha Van will help advance Prime Minister Narendra Modi's goal of "Health and Wellness for All" in rural areas, the release said. (ANI)
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