‘Game changer’: Gurugram doctors hail Ayushman Bharat for cancer treatment

IANS | February 4, 2025 4:28 PM

Gurugram, Feb 4 (IANS) As the world observes Cancer Day on February 4, doctors at a Gurugram hospital praised the Ayushman Bharat scheme for its transformative impact on cancer care, particularly for economically weaker sections. This initiative, which offers free cancer treatment, is being hailed as a major step in reducing preventable deaths by ensuring timely access to life-saving treatment.

Ayushman Bharat: Delhi doctor explains impact of healthcare scheme on cancer patients

IANS | February 4, 2025 3:21 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) February 4 is observed as the World Cancer Day, marking a global observance aimed at raising awareness and fighting the deadly disease. As the life-threatening ailment continues to affect millions worldwide, the day serves as a reminder to reduce the number of 'preventable' deaths. India has made considerable progress in the field as the financial assistance under the Ayushman Bharat has enabled umpteen families to receive cancer treatment, free of cost.

Pressure tactics to malign us in Delhi polls, says Election Commission

IANS | February 4, 2025 2:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) Faced with a persistent and pointed onslaught by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Election Commission on Wednesday said that there were repeated and deliberate pressure tactics to malign it ahead of the Assembly elections in the national capital.

World Cancer Day: Affordable cancer treatment under Ayushman Bharat Yojana in Raipur, patient grateful to PM Modi

IANS | February 4, 2025 9:23 AM

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Feb 4 (IANS) As today, February 4, marks World Cancer Day, a day when people, organisations, and the global medical community unite to stress the importance of early detection, improved screening, advanced treatment options, and stronger worldwide efforts in the fight against this deadly disease, IANS spoke to the attendant of a patient receiving treatment under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) of Ayushman Bharat in Chhattisgarh’s Raipur.