Pinktober 2025
As we all know October is the month for breast cancer awareness around the globe. This October turned pink with purpose at Indian Cancer Society, Bangalore. Throughout the month, workplaces, colleges, hospitals and communities opened their doors to conversations on breast cancer awareness. Each event carried its own meaning and together they created a month […]
I did it! I am done! I got through it!
I did it! I’m finally through it. This journey has been anything but easy, and I have learned that I am anything but weak. The past year has been a year of recovery, courage, strength, and becoming the most fearless and confident version of myself. My scars are not something I hide anymore. They are […]
Hope has a face, and today, I saw two
Today’s counselling session left an imprint on my heart, one that I will carry with me for a long time. I had the honour of meeting a mother and daughter, both of them fighting their own battles with cancer, yet drawing courage not just from within, but from each other. The mother sat quietly, receiving […]
How and why to monitor prostate health regularly
What is the Prostate gland ?? The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland in the male reproductive system, located below the bladder and in front of the rectum Location: The prostate sits below the bladder and in front of the rectum. Function: It produces a fluid that contributes to semen, which helps nourish sperm and aids in fertilization. […]
Listen to your body
The entire world changed when I was diagnosed with the big, scary “C” word – cancer. Life often moves so fast. Between work, family, and daily responsibilities, we rarely pause to focus on ourselves. Thankfully, I was always health-conscious and made it a point to get annual check-ups and scans for fibroids. Still, […]
Surviving Cancer and Spreading Positivity
I was diagnosed with stage II colon cancer in November 2021. Immediately after the verdict, I raved and ranted. I don’t smoke. I don’t drink. I’m healthy. I exercise regularly. So why me? I went through the entire spectrum of anger, frustration, angst, and yes, even a few tears. I looked at my wife, Madhavi, […]
Sign Language
The lady was very beautiful looking and had long hair almost touching her knees. I couldn’t resist myself, but my eyes immediately saw her beautiful black and silky hair. She looked very disturbed. She entered our Counselling room almost 10 months back at one of the government hospitals where I volunteer at the department of […]
Importance of Counselling for cancer patients
A cancer diagnosis changes lives. Feelings of shock, fear and uncertainty can overwhelm not only the patient but their entire family. A patient may react strongly to changes in the body, feel anxious about treatment and its results. Cancer can stir up many deeply personal issues such as spirituality, sexuality and relationships. Difficult decisions about […]
The ‘Why me’ conundrum
Oncologists rarely pass a day without hearing a patient wonder “why me? Why did I get cancer?” As valid as the question is, rarely do we have an accurate answer. Most have lived their lives in moderation, perhaps never smoking or drinking. Many are good people never intentionally harming anyone, in case one fears karma. […]
From early lump detection to treatment
I vividly remember the day, as if it was just yesterday. I was preparing to go for a vacation when I first detected the lump. My mind was filled with an array of conflicting thoughts, as I had to catch a flight in mere hours. Despite the excitement of my trip, the questions in my […]
