Ratan Tata’s legacy: Revolutionising cancer care in India, one hospital at a time

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Today, as we remember this "humble" tycoon for his significant contribution to philanthropy long before India even heard of Bill Gates his work in the field of cancer research in India is especially laudable...

Knowing that financial barriers often kept people from seeking treatment, he pushed to include these services in government insurance schemes, transforming the landscape of cancer care in India.. Recently, the Tata Institute in Mumbai claimed to have discovered a treatment that can prevent cancer from recurring with a tablet costing just 100...

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma mourned Ratan Tata's passing, highlighting his transformative impact on the state through initiatives in cancer care and the establishment of a semiconductor industry...

"As we remember Ratan Tata, his work in revolutionizing cancer care stands as a testament to his vision, compassion, and commitment to improving the lives of millions," said Dr. Mohit Saxena, Consultant and HOD Medical Oncology at Manipal Hospital, Gurugram...

He added, "Under Tatas leadership, the Trusts launched impactful awareness campaigns like 'Kaise Ka Cancer' and 'Gaanth Pe Dhyaan.' The programs comprehensive approach included community-based cancer screening, training healthcare providers, tobacco control initiatives, and leveraging technology for better patient management."..