Limited Engagement in Cancer Screening Initiatives in India: A Comprehensive Review of Breast and Cervical Cancer Programs - Takeaways - MDSpire

Limited Engagement in Cancer Screening Initiatives in India: A Comprehensive Review of Breast and Cervical Cancer Programs

  • By

  • Jubina Balan Venghateri

  • Priyansh Nathani

  • Shreya Goyal

  • Bhakti Sarang

  • Harshal Rawtani

  • Priti Patil

  • Deepa KV

  • Nethra Jain

  • Anita Gadgil

  • Nobhojit Roy

  • November 7, 2025

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    Breast and cervical cancers account for nearly 39% of all cancers among women in India, with significant mortality rates reported.

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    Cervical cancer incidence has declined in urban areas due to improved hygiene and screening, but rural women face higher risks.

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    Despite the launch of a national screening program in 2016, participation in cancer screening initiatives in India remains below 2%.

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    The review aims to document various cancer screening programs and identify barriers to participation to inform future policies.

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    Current cancer screening efforts in India operate in silos, lacking comprehensive integration and tracking of progress.

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Limited Engagement in Cancer Screening Initiatives in India: A Comprehensive Review of Breast and Cervical Cancer Programs

  • by Jubina Balan Venghateri, Priyansh Nathani, Shreya Goyal, Bhakti Sarang, Harshal Rawtani, Priti Patil, Deepa KV, Nethra Jain, Anita Gadgil, Nobhojit Roy

  • November 7, 2025

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