More than 120 women from the local community participated in the event, with over 90 taking advantage of the free Pap Smear test. This initiative, organised in collaboration with the Nepal Cancer Foundation and Purbanchal Hospital, marked a significant milestone as the first of its kind initiative of Ncell Foundation, aimed at raising awareness of the growing concern of cervical cancer among women.
Cervical cancer remains a major health concern in Nepal, with alarming statistics from 2022 showing that 2,169 women were diagnosed with the disease, resulting in 1,313 tragic deaths.
The event encouraged participants to undertake regular screenings and tests for early detection and prevention, highlighting the importance of timely intervention and preventive measures. Such screening camps, especially in remote regions of Nepal, promote preventive healthcare services by providing access to free medical screenings and enabling the early detection of potential health issues.
Shobha Thakur of Birtamod Municipality, Ward No. 5, said, “I came here with my friends after knowing about the Cervical Cancer Screening camp. My mother-in-law was diagnosed with breast cancer in the third stage and passed away because she couldn’t talk openly about her health. If you have your health, you have your son, daughter, and the whole world with you.”
