Internship: BCH collaboration with ADP College

Breast Cancer Hub, in collaboration with Anandaram Dhekial Phookan College, Nagaon, Assam, India, offers an internship program for Undergraduate students who volunteer to work in rural and urban areas to create awareness on Breast Cancer in men and women, early detection, and self-screening protocols. The students are trained through workshops by mentor Dr. Lopamudra Das Roy and participate in outreach programs and surveys. Upon completing the internship, they are awarded a certificate of merit and recognition on August 10, 2024.

33 Students from the Departments of Zoology and Chemistry have participated in the program since its inception in the year 2021, contributing significantly to the cause and making us all proud of their dedication and hard work. The Program aims to build capacity and shape youths into life ambassadors who will help Save Lives and commit to community service.

We are deeply thankful to Sri Suranjan Bhowal, Hod Dept. Of Zoology, and Dr. Afifa Kausar, Assistant Professor, ADP College, for your tremendous support and maintenance of this collaboration, without whom this program wouldn’t have been successful. We also thank all the faculty members for supporting the cause.

A huge shout out to the students: Zuganta Das, Priyanka  Saikia, Rishav Chanda, Rakib Ahmid, Damayanti Rabha, Ena Rani Swargiary, Raja Khaklari, Rashmi Bora, Thomas Basumatary, Rokibul Sheikh, Sabbir Ahmed, Elias Been Hussain, Rahul Gogoi, Shahin Ruksana, Rakib Ahmid, Damayanti Rabha, Zeba Shahlin, Sabbir Ahmed, Rubina Khatun, Ananya Kalita, Foujana Hoque, Kabyashree Boruah, Gulzar Hussain, Priyanka Bora, Kismat Choudhury, Himshikha Saikia, Animesh Agamacharya, Dilip Kumar Yadav, Rajdeep Bora, Priyam Goswami, Ruptalin Engtipi, Sarkangthim Taro and Harlongbi Engti

With heartfelt gratitude

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and 100% of donations are driven towards our Mission.

Mahariati Tribal Village, Nagaon

Mahariati Tribal Village, Khagarijan block of Nagaon district of Assam, 11th June 2024: On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) I have been collaborating with ADP College since 2020 for research and also mentoring students on early detection and prevention of Cancer, and I thank Dr Afifa Kausar, Assistant Professor, ADP college, for the continuity of this collaboration. On 11th June 2024, N.C.C. ADP College organized an outreach program on Early detection and Screening of Breast Cancer in collaboration with Breast Cancer Hub. I am very proud of the students: Priyanka  Saikia, Rubina  Khatun, Shahin Ruksana, Zeba Shahlin, Rishav  Chanda, Rakib Ahmed, Damayanti Rabha, Ena Rani Swargiary, Raja Khaklari, Rashmi  Bora, Thomas Basumatary, Rockybul Sheikh, Elias bin Hussain, Rahul Gogoi, Shabbir Ahmed for their execution and interaction with the community on the Breast Cancer Screening.

I am grateful to Sri Suranjan Bhowal, Hod Dept. Of Zoology,  Dr. Jalin Prakash Chetia, Coordinator NCC unit, Dr Afifa Kausar,  Sri Bordoloi, Mahariati Tribal village headman and former teacher, BCH volunteers, and NCC cadets, ADP College, for supporting the cause and conducting the outreach.

With heartfelt gratitude

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and 100% of donations are driven towards our Mission.

BCH Bravest Hero Award, Delhi

BCH Bravest Hero Award (Delhi): On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), it was my immense privilege to honor Ms. Meghana Bose, Mrs. Pushpa Singh, and Mrs. Kiran Goreja Anand from Delhi with BCH - The Bravest Hero Award 2024 on April 16, our inspiring Breast Cancer Thrivers, who are helping members of our BCH Support Family, with their insights and guidance, truly incredible!

Our heartfelt thanks to the respected families of Ms. Meghana, Mrs. Pushpa, Mrs. Kiran, Mrs. Kanchan, Mrs. Rita for gracing the ceremony. I am so grateful to my friend Mrs. Inklee Roy Barooah for her esteemed presence despite her hectic schedule. We thank Ms. Kanchan Bhaya for her generosity in sponsoring the food.

Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty (BCH Board Member), for sponsoring my domestic travel within India. Thank you Kanchan Bhaya, Giva Roy, and Kanchan’s parents for the accommodation in Delhi with so much warmth and affection.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and 100% donations are driven towards our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice).

Garima Greh, Home to transgender @ MITR Trust, Delhi

Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment Aid to Garima Greh, Home to transgender @ MITR Trust, Delhi, 15th April 2024: I first visited Garima Greh on August 16, 2022 with Shivangi Jain and eventually, my discussions continued with Kanta ji. I had heartfelt discussions with the Garima Greh members on Breast Health, Screening, the effect of hormonal changes, emotional and health challenges faced by the Trans community and performed Clinical Breast Exam as needed for the members with Breast concerns. On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), provided an Aid of Rs. 30,000 for the year 2024, so that the suspicious cases can go for further diagnostic imaging and treatment in the government hospitals, with close follow-up from my side. I was so touched meeting everyone.

I distributed BCH Brochures with the QR code of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also QR code of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, to download & share in the network with my contact information so that any suspected case can reach out to me. I explained the Breast self-exam through the prototype breast model, and made them examine the model themselves so that it becomes easier to identify lumps while they examine their breasts. In addition, also handed out multi-colored awareness keyrings and bookmarks, as a reminder to perform BSE every month.

Thank you Mr. Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Ms. Julie Daugherty (BCH Board Member) for sponsoring my domestic travel within India. Thank you Ms. Kanchan Bhaya for the accommodation and help in Delhi, truly appreciate.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy (Founder - President)

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and 100% of donations are driven towards our Mission.

Lions Club - assam university

Lions Club of Silchar Lioness, Assam University, 12th April 2024: My immense gratitude to Mrs. Uma Kar, for the initiative and to Mrs. Kar, Prof. Madhumita Dhar Sarkar, Ms. Madhuchanda Chakraborty, Ms. Mun Choudhury, Ms. Bidisha Sukai, and the Lions Club Team, for supporting the cause, inviting me to conduct the seminar and organizing the session. Thanks to the students attending the session and for the wonderful interaction during the Q&A.
On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, we distributed BCH Brochures with the QR code of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also QR code of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, to download & share in the network with my contact information, so that any suspected case can reach out to me if need any further guidance, support & counseling & we can navigate in the right direction, help detect & treat early as early detection is the key to saving lives. I explained the Breast self-exam through the prototype breast model, and made the students and faculty examine the model themselves so that it becomes easier to identify lumps while they examine their breasts at home. We also gave each participant a Breast Self Exam Card for Her and Him in the local language made by BCH, as we explained to each woman, how to understand the look and feel of the breast to detect any abnormality

In addition, also handed out multi-colored awareness keyrings with blue representing Breast Cancer in Men, Pink for Women, and Purple for all cancers and all genders, as a reminder to perform BSE every month..

Thank you Mr. Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Ms. Julie Daugherty (BCH Board Member) for sponsoring my domestic travel within India. Thank you Mrs. Rita Das for supporting with the logistics in Silchar.

With heartfelt gratitude

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy,

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and 100% of donations are driven towards our Mission.

Daffodils School, silchar, assam

Daffodil School, Silchar, Assam, 12th April 2024: One of my missions with Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) is to generate awareness in the youth so that they can carry the life-saving education forward in their network of family and friends, as I conduct workshop on Early detection cancer screening, risk factors, preventative measures, palliative care, providing all the resources along with my contact information so that any suspicious cases can reach out to me later. Thank you Ms. Sudatta Das Kanungo, for supporting the cause and inviting me to conduct the seminar. My immense gratitude to Ms. Babi Dutta Dey (Vice Principal), and the esteemed faculty and staff for the honor and the flawless execution: Ms. Sudatta Das Kanungo, Ms. Barnali Dhar, Ms. Lopamudra Chakraborty, Ms. Mandira Dutta Choudhury, Ms. Dolonchapa Das Purkayastha, Ms. Jaya Dutta Ray, Ms. Suma Sengupta, Ms. Paramita Dasgupta, Ms. Pampi Senapati, Ms. Susmita Goswami, Ms. Gyanbati Baidya, Ms. Bandita Trivedi, Ms. Mausumi Nath, Ms. Chandrima Deb, Ms. Nandini Mazumdar, Mr. Vishal Chakraborty, Ms. Sourav Sen, Ms. Bibhas Mandal, Ms. Uttam Mandal, Mr. Sandip Singh, Ms. Sandipan Dutta Purkayastha.

It was a very fulfilling session and was great interacting with the students and Faculty members during the Q&A. I also loved the engagement of the boys along with the girls, great satisfaction!

I was also so touched meeting the Breast Cancer Conqueror Ms. Anjana Das from Dafodill school and learning about her brave journey.
On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, I shared BCH Resources with the URL of Breast Self Exam (BSE) cards in 24 languages & also URL of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, along with other resources, to download & share in the network with my contact information, so that any suspected case can reach out to me if need any further guidance, support & counseling & we can navigate in the right direction, help detect & treat early as early detection is the key to saving lives. In addition, also handed out multi-colored awareness keyrings with blue representing Breast Cancer in Men, Pink for Women, and Purple for all cancers and all genders, as a reminder to perform BSE every month, along with bookmarks.

Cannot be more grateful to Mrs. Rita Das for introducing BCH to Ms. Sudatta Das Kanungo. Thank you Mr. Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Ms. Julie Daugherty (BCH Board Member) for sponsoring my domestic travel within India. Thank you Mrs. Rita Das for supporting with the logistics in Silchar.

With heartfelt gratitude

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, 100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and 100% of donations are driven towards our Mission.

Odisha: Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) adopted villages: Meeting our team, on 9th April 2024 and reviewing the work as we continue on our door-to-door cancer screening, treatment management, support and care in Buratal Gram Panchayat (villages: Buratal, Sapua Khata, Dhobatia), Tumba Gram Panchayat (villages: Lokasahi, Chakamba, B Goudini) located in Patrapur block of Ganjam district of Odisha.

We are grateful to Mr. Dandapani Pradhan and Mrs. Sabita Nayak from Lokasahi village, Tumba G.P. for hosting the outreach program where I could meet the villagers. A huge thanks to our team Mrs Laxmibai Paika, Mr. Ajit Kumar Paik, Ms Madhabilata Paikray, for working passionately, and thanks to Mr Jagdish Paik, for the support. The project is also supervised by Mr. Akhaya Mohanty.

BCH team takes care end to end, from providing transport, to purchasing medicines, and diagnostic tests, which are not covered under the government schemes. BCH team assists the patients by taking them to the hospital, helping with generating income certificates, Government health cards, hospital registration, patient communication with the doctor, accompanying them in the full diagnosis process, buying necessary medicines, and dropping them home with follow-ups & counseling. BCH provides treatment aid to the poor and underprivileged. We take accountability for each case, helping them from beginning to end.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and All donations are driven towards our Mission.

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Breast Cancer screening workshop in nadupara village, khatra block, Bankura, WB

Nadupara, Khatra, Bankura, West Bengal: Breast Cancer Early Detection Awareness and Screening on 6th April 2024. I was so touched by the enthusiasm and the response of the women and men during the outreach, with their willingness to stay and learn more. I am immensely thankful to Dr. Animita Saha, for connecting me to Mr. Asit Chowdhury, and the Agradut Pally Unnayan Samity (APUS), without each of you, this outreach wouldn’t have been possible. It was my privilege meeting Mr. Umashankar Mukherjee-Secretary -Agradut, and Mr. Asit Chowdhury in person along with the Agradut team: Mr. Pradip Mondal, Mr. Pradip Murmu, Ms. Archana Murmu, Ms. Nandita Mahato, Ms. Suchitra Mahato, Ms. Shilpa Murmu, and Mr. Bappa Kundu. I thank Agradut and Vivekananda Study and Philanthropic Center, for organizing the outreach. On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH). I conducted the awareness session, emphasizing on Early detection and prevention of cancer, explained the Breast self-exam through the prototype breast model, and made the villagers examine the model themselves so that it becomes easier to identify lumps while they examine their breasts at home. We also gave each family a Breast Self Exam Card for Her and Him in the Bengali language made by BCH, as we explained to each woman, how to understand the look and feel of the breast to detect any abnormality. I performed a Clinical Breast Exam for those women as needed, for those women who came forward after the workshop. In addition, also handed out multi-colored awareness keyrings with blue representing Breast Cancer in Men, Pink for Women, and Purple for all cancers and all genders, as a reminder to perform BSE every month, along with bookmarks.

My heartfelt thanks to Mr. Umashankar and Agradut for arranging my accommodation and the logistics for the Bankura outreach.

Thank you, Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India. Thank you Ms.Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my travel from Indore to Kolkata.

#TogetherWeSaveLives

Grateful to each of you,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, on behalf of BCH family

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and All donations are driven towards our Mission.

Yenepoya Cancer Center, Mangalore

Yenepoya Cancer Center, Mangalore, April 02, 2024: Thank you, Dr M. Vijay Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Yenepoya, Deemed to be University, for inviting me to share my experiences on the grassroots sustainable work executed by Breast Cancer Hub in the diverse sectors of India, especially in the villages. We look forward to the collaboration, as BCH serves the underprivileged areas and Yenepoya is a great resource for our needy patients.

I was amazed to learn about the impactful initiatives led by Dr. M. Vijayakumar who has spearheaded the Cancer Awareness Outreach Program (CAOP) across three districts, dedicated to the early detection of oral, breast, and cervical cancers through NSS Volunteers and program officers, Aangahawadi and ASHA workers. Dr Vijaykumar also established a comprehensive cancer center - Zulekha Yenepoya Institute of Oncology supported by TATA Trusts, supporting patients coming from underprivileged sectors with Free or subsidized treatment, truly incredible!

Thank you, Dr Ashwini S Shetty, Director, Directorate  Extension and Outreach Activities, for accompanying me throughout on Campus and explaining every detail of the activities run by different departments. I thank Dr. Vijaykumar, Dr Shetty, and all the Faculty members for taking the time and It was my honor to meet the teams from: Zulekha Yenepoya Institute of Oncology, Cancer Awareness Outreach program, Yenepoya Technology of Incubator, Department of Community Medicine, and the Research Center. I was so impressed with the External Breast Prosthesis developed by Dr Vijay Kumar and Dr Rohan Thomas’s team. Equally, I was also amazed with the Radiation Oncology Dept, as Dr Dinesh Makuny, walked me through the advanced imaging technologies offered by the team, at a subsidized rate with access to the underprivileged populace. Thank you Dr Boney Paul for showing me the premises along with Dr Ashwini. Wonderful to learn about the great work of the Yenepoya Teams!

My thanks to Dr Vijaykumar and Dr Ashwini, for arranging the accommodation and logistics within Mangalore, truly appreciate it. Thank you, Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India. 100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and All donations are driven towards our Mission.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

BCH Dr. Chandra Sekhar Das Memorial Award 2024 - awardeeS: Shri. D Krishnanadha Pai and Dr. Ravindran VC

Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) honors Shri. D Krishnanadha Pai {Founder-President, Malabar Cancer Care Society (MCCS), Kannur} and Dr. Ravindran VC (Medical Director, MCCS), with the Prestigious BCH - Dr. Chandra Sekhar Das Memorial Award 2024, for their magnificent service to the patients, and community, in the field of comprehensive cancer care rendered in the Northern part of Kerala. The award honors exceptional professionals in the field of healthcare, serving mankind, and also their support towards BCH’s mission.

The award was given by Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, daughter of Dr. C.S Das at Malabar Cancer Care Society (MCCS), Kannur, Kerala, on April 01, 2024.

We are thankful to the Malabar Cancer Care Society Team (Maj. Prof. Govindan, Vice President; Madhusoodhanan, Secretary; T M Dilipkumar, Joint Secretary;
Executive Committee members:CA PJ Jacob, TK Ramesh Kumar; President, North Malabar Chamber of Commerce: Smt Pushpalatha, N Ramachandran, Mahesh Chandra Baliga, Bhargavan; Staff members: Rajeevan N K, C Sujith, Dilnesh, E . Harsha, Jinsha, Saptha, Ammaluamma) and the Lions International District 318 E for gracing the occasion. Cannot be more thankful to Program Directors, Walk to Fight Cancer: Lion Dr Avni Skandhan, Lion Bijith Kulangarath, for bringing the “Walk to Fight Cancer” teams together as we celebrated the winners and the Lions Crusaders Against Cancer (LCAC). We are thankful to Lion CA TK Rejeesh for the inauguration, Guest of Honors: Lion Ravi Gupta, Lion Dr P Sueer, Dr Peeyush M Nambudiripad, for their gracious presence along with all the esteemed members of the MCCS and Lions. Thank you Mr. T M Dilipkumar, for introducing our awardees, and thanks to Lion Zenon Chekkiyat for anchoring the session. Thank you, Smt. P. Pushpalatha and Smt. Seetha for joining us.

Cannot be more grateful to Lion Dr. Avni Skandhan, her mother Dr. B Sumangala, her father Dr. K. P Skandhan, her sons Arjun Bijeesh and Aditya Bijeesh, for hosting me on 31st March with so much love, warmth, and care. So thankful to Shri. D Krishnanadha Pai for my accommodation and logistics on 1st April. Thanks to DCT, Ln Anoop Keloth MJF, for hosting the lunch on April 1st. Thank you Dr Anitya Deb and Mr. Kumud Shankar Das for sponsoring the Awardee’s trophies. Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my domestic travel within India.

100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and All donations are driven towards our Mission.

With gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, on behalf of BCH Family

Hyderabad, 31st March, 2024: So motivational meeting our inspirational Breast Cancer Conquerers, Mrs. Durga Gopal, and Mrs. Anindita Chowdhury, who have been part of our Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) Support Family since 2019! Thank you, Mrs. Durga Gopal, for kindly hosting us with your warmth and love, and cannot be more thankful to Mrs. Anindita Chowdhury, for joining us.

Grateful to Dr Palanki Satya Dattatreya, Director & Chief of Medical Oncology Services, Renova Soumya Cancer Centre, Secunderabad, and Dr. Savitha Dattatreya, for joining us despite your busy schedules, truly appreciate.

Grateful to each of you for your invaluable time and will carry the beautiful memories till we meet again.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and All donations driven towards our Mission.

KV Ranga reddy Degree college for women, Hyderabad, Telangana

KV Ranga Reddy Degree College for Women, Hyderabad, 30th March 2024: One of my missions with Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) is to generate awareness in the youth so that they can carry the life saving education forward in thier network of family and friends, as I conduct workshop on Early detection cancer screening, risk factors, preventative measures, palliative care, providing all the resources along with my contact information, so that any suspicious cases can reach out to me later. Thank you Dr. A. Sandhya, (Asst Prof & CBOS, Genetics Dept) Osmania University (OU); KV Ranga Reddy College: Mr. R Bala Bhaskar (Principal), Ms. S Hemalatha (Vice Principal), for giving me the opportunity and organizing the workshop. Thank you, Prof. D. Ravinder (Vice Chancellor) OU; Prof. D. Karuna Sagar (Dean, Faculty of Science), OU; Dr. B. Veeraiah (Principal, University College of Science), OU, Prof. H. Surekha Rani (Convener, Head, Dept. of Genetics), OU; and the Faculties of Genetics and Biotechnology Dept, OU, for your support. A huge thanks to Dr A. Sandhya’s team: Alanka Ketan Kumar, Vaishnavi Lakshmi, B.Pragna, Preksha Megharaj, Arsiema Brhane, for the support and enthusiasm.

It was a very fulfilling session and was great interacting with the students and Faculty members during the Q&A.
On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, I shared BCH Resources with the URL of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also URL of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, along with other resources, to download & share in the network with my contact information, so that any suspected case can reach out to me if need any further guidance, support & counseling & we can navigate in the right direction, help detect & treat early as early detection is the key to saving lives.

Cannot be more grateful to Dr. A. Sandhya for the accommodation, warmth, and affection throughout my stay in Hyderabad, so touched. Thank you, KV Ranga Reddy College, for your generous contribution of Rs. 5000 to Breast Cancer Hub. Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my domestic travel within India. 100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and All donations are driven towards our Mission.

With heartfelt gratitude

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, on behalf of BCH

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and All donations driven towards our Mission.

Loyola academy, secunderabad, Telangana

Loyola Academy, Secunderabad, Telangana, 30th March 2024: One of my missions with Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) is to generate awareness in the youth so that they can carry the life saving education forward in thier network of family and friends, as I conduct workshop on Early detection cancer screening, risk factors, preventative measures, palliative care, providing all the resources along with my contact information, so that any suspicious cases can reach out to me later. Thank you Dr. A. Sandhya, (Asst Prof & CBOS, Genetics Dept) Osmania University (OU); Loyola Academy: Rev. Fr. Dr. L. Joji Reddy, S.J. (Principal), Rev. Fr. Arul Jothi S.J. (Vice Principal); Ms. P.V.Naga Lakshmi (Women empowerment cell coordinator), Dr.Suresh (HOD - Biotechnology Dept), for giving me the opportunity and organizing the workshop. Thank you, Prof. D. Ravinder (Vice Chancellor) OU; Prof. D. Karuna Sagar (Dean, Faculty of Science), OU; Dr. B. Veeraiah (Principal, University College of Science), OU, Prof. H. Surekha Rani (Convener, Head, Dept. of Genetics), OU; and the Faculties of Genetics and Biotechnology Dept, OU, for your support. A huge thanks to Dr A. Sandhya’s team: Alanka Ketan Kumar, Vaishnavi Lakshmi, B.Pragna, Preksha Megharaj, Arsiema Brhane, for the support and enthusiasm.

It was a very fulfilling session and was great interacting with the students and Faculty members during the Q&A.
On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, I shared BCH Resources with the URL of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also URL of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, along with other resources, to download & share in the network with my contact information, so that any suspected case can reach out to me if need any further guidance, support & counseling & we can navigate in the right direction, help detect & treat early as early detection is the key to saving lives.

Cannot be more grateful to Dr. A. Sandhya for the accommodation, warmth, and affection throughout my stay in Hyderabad, so touched. Thank you, Osmania University and Dr. A Sandhya (Aarush) for your generous donation of Rs. 5000 and Rs. 10,000 respectively to Breast Cancer Hub. Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my domestic travel within India. 100% of my work and BCH services are FREE and All donations are driven towards our Mission.

With heartfelt gratitude

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, on behalf of BCH

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and All donations driven towards our Mission.

Prameya celebrating women’s day

Community Engagement in Wellness - towards a healthier world

Prameya Community Engagement in Wellness - towards a Healthier World, Bengaluru, 29th March 2024: I was truly humbled to be invited to speak about my journey with Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) and share the platform with Dr Sandhya Ravi, Mr. Sudhir Pai, Ms Pushpalatha, who spoke about the integrated holistic women wellness programs executed by Prameya. Immensely privileged to meet Dr PP Bapsy, Dr Jyothi Menon, Dr Manasa, Dr Vijaya Nandini, Dr Innara, Ms. Kavitha and the organizing team of Prameya. Hats off to the beautiful initiatives of Prameya!

Thank you BCH family, Dr Jaganmohan, Dr Vidhu Priya, Ms Manjula, Ms. Uma Pai, Ms. Veena, Ms. Sandhya Nageshwari, Ms Sandya’s husband, Ms. Usha, Mr. Purshottam, for joining us at the Community Cancer Awareness event. I was so happy to see you all and could not be more thankful for your time & warmth. Thank you Dr Sandhya, it is truly amazing to visualize the support Prameya gives to the women in our community! More power to the Prameya team.

Cannot be more grateful to the wonderful family of Mr. Abhishek Sharma and Mrs. Payal Sharma, for hosting me in Bengaluru, with all their warmth and affection. Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my domestic travel within India.

With gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy, on behalf of BCH Family

St Johns Medical College Hospital, Bengaluru

Breast Cancer Hub’s collaboration with St Johns Medical College Hospital , Bengaluru, continues since 2019 about cancer awareness programs and research, and I am so thankful to Dr Rakesh Ramesh (Professor, Dept. of Surgical Oncology), and his team at Cancer Registry for their support towards BCH Research Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) approval from St. Johns Medical College Hospital. It was again wonderful to meet on 28th March 2024, and thank you, Dr Rakesh, for inviting me to speak to the medical fraternity at St. Johns: Dr Sujeeth, Dr Neelesh, Dr Nikhil, Dr Sunayna, and Dr Pui, Mr. Shashank, Ms. Rani, Ms. Nandhini, Ms. Divya, Ms. Ann, Ms. Nanda, about my journey with Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) and the execution of our grassroots sustainable cancer awareness, community outreaches, screening camps, and villages adoption programs in India.

I am always touched meeting the Cancer Registry team, with all the warmth, affection, and encouragement.

Cannot be more grateful to the wonderful family of Mr. Abhishek Sharma and Mrs. Payal Sharma, for hosting me in Bengaluru, with all their warmth and affection. Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my domestic travel within India.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy , on behalf of BCH family

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and 100% donations are driven towards our Mission.

uma pai, BCH The Bravest Hero Award 2024, bengaluru

On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), it was my immense privilege to honor Ms. Uma Pai, Breast Cancer Conqueror, from Bengaluru, with BCH - The Bravest Hero Award 2024 on March 28, 2024 at Augustine Nivas.

Words fall short with the mention of Ms. Uma Pai.. age is just a number for Mrs. Pai... full of energy, positive attitude towards life, and most importantly her selfless support and contributions towards the community. She is part of Cancer support groups, empowering patients & their families in addition to working for the visually impaired people & helping them to become independent. She is the winner of the Women of Future Awards 2017, in addition to being the recipient of many awards & honors for being Breast Cancer advocate and also for her tremendous contributions to society from all spheres. A true inspiration for our society..our beloved Hero!

Thank you Ms. Vijaylakshmi, BCH Support family, Dr. Malti Ranganath, Ms. Shweta Choudhry, for joining us during the honor ceremony.

Cannot be more grateful to the wonderful family of Mr. Abhishek Sharma and Mrs. Payal Sharma, for hosting me in Bengaluru, with all their warmth and affection. Thank you Sandeep Roy (my husband) for sponsoring my travel to India, and thank you Julie Daugherty for sponsoring my domestic travel within India.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy , on behalf of BCH Family.

sensitization program on role of community in cancer and palliative care

Sensitization program on role of Community in Cancer and Palliative Care organized by Dibrugarh Zila Mahila Samiti, supported by Pratishruti Cancer and Palliative Trust and Breast Cancer Hub on March 24, 2024.

We are thankful to Dibrugarh Zila Mahila Samiti, and the Supporting Organizations for the flawless execution of the immensely successful program. Thank you, to the great members of Pratishruti - Ms. Dipali Saikia, Dr. Gayatri Gogoi, Ms. Panna Bharali, Dr G S Borgohain, Dr.Rina Ahmed. Ms. Manjula Agarwal, Ms. Padum Poona Baruah, Mr. Ratan Hazarika,, Ms. Asmita Kalita, Dr.Foujia S Hakeem, Dr.Deepsiksha Thengal, Ms. Moushumi Gogoi, Ms. Dalimi Gogoi, Mr. Simanta Phukon, Ms. Karobi Hazarika, Ms. Dipika Bordoloi, Dr.Rashmi Ahmed, Dr.Malavika Saikia, Dr.Giri Raj Kurse, Ms. Sonia Roy

It was my honor to share the platform with the other esteemed panel speakers and thank you Ms. Asmita Kalita for the eloquent anchoring. It was so inspiring to listen to the journeys of Dr. Giriraj Kusre, and Ms. Hemakanti Gogoi sharing the story of her husband.

My utmost thanks to Ms. Pana Bharali, Ms. Sandhya Sen, Ms. Soma Sen, and Mr. Soumitra Sen for inviting me to your home and immense heartfelt warmth and hospitality.

Grateful for all the love and affection, from everyone, will carry the beautiful memories till we meet again.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy , on behalf of BCH Family.

PANNA Bharali, BCH The Bravest Hero Award 2024 from dibrugarh, assam

On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), it was my immense privilege to honor Ms. Panna Bharali, from Dibrugarh, Assam., with BCH - The Bravest Hero Award 2024 on March 24, 2024 at the event: Sensitization Program on Role of Community and Cancer Care organized by Dibrugarh Mahila Zila Samiti, supported by Pratishruti Cancer and Palliative Trust and Breast Cancer Hub. Panna is unmatched with her bravery, strength, courage and the unprecedented motivational steps she has taken with her Breast Cancer scenario, at a young age, as preventative measures. She is a Thriver, who has commenced the Pratishruti Cancer and Palliative Trust in Dibrugarh, helping others fighting the journey. Ms. Panna - you are our Hero! Thank you, Dr Gayatri Gogoi for sharing the platform in honoring Ms. Panna.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy , on behalf of BCH Family.

Bordumsa Live, Arunachal Pradesh

During my Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) villages outreaches or BCH organized awareness and screening across India since 2017, I never informed the press, and always stayed away as that’s not my comfort zone. This time, during the Bordumsa, Arunachal outreach, Er. Ghanshyam Longkho (Founder & CEO, Clean Bordumsa Green Bordumsa), informed Mr. Zahnu Sonowal from Bordumsa Live 24x7., who took an interview on screening protocols and next steps. This was an eye-opener for me, and changed my perspective on press interviews. Post press release, so many cases from Arunachal and Upper Assam, reached out to me within hours, as my Whatsapp number was shared, who are in extreme need, and I could guide, navigate, help, and support. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Zahnu, and no words to express my gratitude to Mr. Ghanashyam for helping me serve.

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and 100% of donations are driven toward our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice).

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

MIAO, Arunachal Pradesh

Miao, Arunachal Pradesh: Starting a new project: On 23rd March 2024, during my Miao outreach, I learned about the grassroots healthcare challenges, with the unavailability of Cancer diagnosis and treatment infrastructure and patients being referred to Assam, which becomes very difficult, with the logistics and financial constraints. I am grateful to be able to serve the Miao community through our collaboration with Clean Bordumsa Green Bordumsa (CBGB), Singpho Women Organisation India (SWO) and Arunachal Pradesh Women Welfare Society, Miao Unit (APWWS). This was not possible without the support of Er. Ghanshyam Longkho (Founder & CEO, CBGB). Thank you Julie Zohmangaihi Khanikar, for introducing me to Mr. Ghanshyam, feel blessed to be connected to such a great person. I conducted the workshop for the MIAO community, and with our collaboration, we plan to further continue the cancer awareness campaign, patient treatment guidance, management, and support. I am thankful to the healthcare professionals who attended the workshop and kindly supported our mission. On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, we distributed BCH Brochures with the QR code of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also QR code of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, to download & share in the network with BCH contact information, so that any suspicious case can reach out to me if need any further treatment guidance, support & counseling. We also gave Breast Self Exam (BSE) card in the Local language, to everyone, to implement, practice BSE and also share vital life-saving information in their network of family and friends, taking charge of Breast health.

A huge shout-out to the Singpho Women Organisation India (SWO) and Arunachal Pradesh Women Welfare Society, Miao Unit (APWWS) for the flawless execution and supporting the life saving cause.

Kind gratitude to Ms. Pinna Muklom Singpho, Secy and Advisor (SWO India; APWWS Miao Unit), Ms. Lili Mossang, Gen. secy APWWS, Miao Unit; Ms.Neetu Singpho, President, APWWS Miao Unit; Ms. Sita Singpho, President, SWO India; Ms. Sumitra Singpho, Gen.Secy. SWO India.

Immensely thankful to the Clean BORDUMSA Green Bordumsa Society team for helping to organize:
Er. Ghanshyam Longkho, Founder & CEO, Nang Neha Pangyok, President & Ambassador, Mr. Ngampan Sumnyan, General Secretary & Spokesperson, Mr. Somwang Lowang, Treasurer cum Member-Healthcare reforms, Ms. Dhaani Gurung, Member- Environmental actions, Mr. Wangjo Hakhun, Member-Education reforms.

We are thankful to the following organizations and personnel who have supported the Breast Cancer Awareness Camp:
Life Care Diagnostic Centre, Bordumsa, Tikhak Homestay, Miao (Ms.Bela Tikhak), Bordumsa Live 24x7 (Mr. Zahnu Sonowal), Singpho Women Organisation, India, Arunachal Pradesh Women Welfare Society, Miao Unit, Dr. RC Das, District Medical Officer, Changlang District, Mr. Ngampan Sumnyan and Mr. Rutli Longkho, Nang Neha Pangyok, Dr. Rankhum Mossang, Wee Wee Dental Clinic, Dr. Gumlat Singpho, Bordumsa CHC, Dr. Khimhun, Miao CHC, BZ Enterprise, Bordumsa, Ms. Pinna Singpho, Secy (SWO), Advisor (APWWS).

Huge thanks to our volunteers: Dr. Rankhum Mossang, Wee-Wee Dental Clinic, Mr. Sankay Chakma (Student), Mr. Chow Chanda Namchoom (Student), Ms. Roshni Dorjee, Ms. Jawon Barik, Nurse Wee-Wee Dental Clinic, Mr. Prince Gupta (Student), Mr. Hari Singh (Student), Mr. Rahul Dorjee (Student), Ms. Jaanmoni Sonowal (Student), Ms. Shaina Das (Student), Ms. Nemcha Lowang (Student), Ms. Ranu Biswas (Student), Ms. Dimple Sonowal (Student).

I am so grateful to Ms.Bela Tikhak, Tikhak Homestay, in Miao for the beautiful accommodation and kindness. No words to express my gratitude to Mr. Ghanashyam for taking care at each step during my Arunachal outreach. Thank you Sandeep Roy for supporting my travel to India.

I sincerely cherish the love and warmth of each and everyone in Bordumsa and Miao till we meet again.

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and 100% of donations are driven toward our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice).

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

Bordumsa, Arunachal Pradesh

New project in Bordumsa, Arunachal Pradesh: On 23rd March 2024, during my Bordumsa outreach, I saw firsthand the healthcare situation in Bordumsa which is extremely challenging, with the unavailability of Cancer diagnosis and treatment infrastructure and patients are referred to Assam, which becomes very difficult, with the logistics and financial constraints. I am thankful to get the opportunity to serve the Bordumsa community through our collaboration with Clean Bordumsa Green Bordumsa (CBGB). This was not possible without the support of Er. Ghanshyam Longkho (Founder & CEO, CBGB). Thank you Julie Zohmangaihi Khanikar, for introducing me to Mr. Ghanshyam, feel blessed to be connected to such a great person. I conducted the workshop for the CBGB youth leaders and community, and with our collaboration, we plan to further continue the cancer awareness campaign, patient treatment guidance, management, and support. I am thankful to the healthcare professionals who attended the workshop and kindly supported our mission. On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, we distributed BCH Brochures with the QR code of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also QR code of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, to download & share in the network with BCH contact information, so that any suspicious case can reach out to me if need any further treatment guidance, support & counseling. We also gave Breast Self Exam (BSE) card in the Local language, to everyone, to implement, practice BSE and also share vital life-saving information in their network of family and friends, taking charge of Breast health.

A huge shout-out to the Clean BORDUMSA Green Bordumsa Society team for the flawless execution:
Er. Ghanshyam Longkho, Founder & CEO, Nang Neha Pangyok, President & Ambassador, Mr. Ngampan Sumnyan, General Secretary & Spokesperson, Mr. Somwang Lowang, Treasurer cum Member-Healthcare reforms, Ms. Dhaani Gurung, Member- Environmental actions, Mr. Wangjo Hakhun, Member-Education reforms.

We are thankful to the following organizations and personnel who have supported the Breast Cancer Awareness Camp:
Life Care Diagnostic Centre, Bordumsa, Tikhak Homestay, Miao (Ms.Bela Tikhak), Bordumsa Live 24x7 (Mr. Zahnu Sonowal), Singpho Women Organisation, India, Arunachal Pradesh Women Welfare Society, Miao Unit, Dr. RC Das, District Medical Officer, Changlang District, Mr. Ngampan Sumnyan and Mr. Rutli Longkho, Nang Neha Pangyok, Dr. Rankhum Mossang, Wee Wee Dental Clinic, Dr. Gumlat Singpho, Bordumsa CHC, Dr. Khimhun, Miao CHC, BZ Enterprise, Bordumsa, Ms. Pinna Singpho, Secy (SWO), Advisor (APWWS).

Huge thanks to our volunteers: Dr. Rankhum Mossang, Wee-Wee Dental Clinic, Mr. Sankay Chakma (Student), Mr. Chow Chanda Namchoom (Student), Ms. Roshni Dorjee, Ms. Jawon Barik, Nurse Wee-Wee Dental Clinic, Mr. Prince Gupta (Student), Mr. Hari Singh (Student), Mr. Rahul Dorjee (Student), Ms. Jaanmoni Sonowal (Student), Ms. Shaina Das (Student), Ms. Nemcha Lowang (Student), Ms. Ranu Biswas (Student), Ms. Dimple Sonowal (Student).

I am thankful to the family of Mr. Dilip Roy, Mrs. Bhabani Roy, Dr. Rishi Das, Mrs. Deepmala Roy, Dr Sumit Das, for your support in Tinsukia during my transit to Arunachal. Thanks to Mr. Pinaki Roy, Mrs. Junmoni Kachari for your help with travel from Tinsukia to Digboi and so grateful to Mrs. Mridula and Mr. Swapan Sutradhar for the accommodation in Digboi. Thank you Mr. Ghanashyam for arranging my travels from Digboi to Arunachal Pradesh. Thank you Sandeep Roy for supporting my travel to India.

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and 100% of donations are driven toward our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice).

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

Royal Global University, Guwahati, Assam

Thank you, Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi, for supporting the cause, and inviting me. It was very fulfilling to conduct the seminar for the youth on “Decoding Breast Cancer Challenges - Early Detection and Prevention of Cancer with Sustainable Solutions”. I shared all the information on the availability of resources on our Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) website so that the students and faculty members can download the resources and practice the early detection screening protocols within their network of family and friends. and reach out to me with any concerns.

My kind thanks to Prof. Nikhil Kr. Chrungoo, Dean, Royal School of Life Sciences, Prof. Anupom Chatterjee, Dean, Royal School of Biosciences, Prof. Alok K Buragohain, Chairperson, Academics, Royal Global University, Prof. Mihir K Choudhury, Chief Advisor, Royal Global University, Prof. S. P Singh, Vice-chancellor, Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi, HOD, Dept. Of Zoology, Ms. Sangeeta Biswas, Dr. Trikha Rajguru, Assistant Professor, Dept of Zoology and all members of the organizing committee, esteemed Faculty and students.

I am thankful to the family of Manjushree Das, Mousumi Sengupta, Dr Ishita Deb Paul, Dr Deepshikha Roy, and Pratik Sengupta for Guwahati accommodation and logistics. Thank you Sandeep Roy and Julie Daugherty for supporting my travels.

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and 100% of donations are driven toward our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice).

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

Sri Sarada Sangha, Mayer Bari, Natun Patty, Silchar, Assam

A huge shout-out to Sri Sarada Sangha, Mayer Bari, Natun Patty, Silchar, Assam, for the great initiative in supporting the cause, and humbled to be invited to speak on Early detection screening of Breast Cancer, Key risk factors, and prevention of all cancers on 19th March, 2024. Immensely thankful to the organizing committee - Smt. Rtita Das, Smt. Sanjukta Das Gupta, Smt. Krishna Das Roy, Smt. Roma Purkayastha, Smt. Shukla Das Gupta, Smt. Suchandana Dey, Smt. Jhuma Sen Gupta, for the kindest gestures, and the flawless execution. Thank you, Smt. Roma Purkayastha for presiding the session with your eloquent thoughts and perspectives. I am very thankful to Mrs. Sanalembi Devi and Ms. Sarita Singha, our Breast Cancer Hub team, for all the support throughout the event. Thanks to all the esteemed members for attending the workshop, and showering all your warmth, love, and encouragement, means a lot. We emphasized on our anti-tobacco campaign and received a positive response from the audience.

It was a very fulfilling session and was great interacting with everyone.
On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), post-session, we distributed BCH Brochures with the QR code of Breast Self Exam cards in 24 languages & also QR code of Early detection Cards for other prevalent cancers, to download & share in the network with BCH contact information, so that any suspicious case can reach out to me if need any further treatment guidance, support & counseling. We also handed out a keyring with a combination color of pink representing breast cancer in women, blue representing breast cancer in men, and purple inclusive of all genders and all cancers along with bookmarks with the message of togetherness. We also gave Breast Self Exam (BSE) card in the Local language, to everyone, to implement, practice BSE and also share vital life-saving information in their network of family and friends, taking charge of Breast health. I feel blessed to be able to serve the members of Sarada Sangha, Ladies Group, and others who took the time to come and attend the workshop.

100% of BCH services are Free of Cost and 100% of donations are driven toward our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice).

With heartfelt gratitude,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy

March 18, 2024 - one of the 17 bch adopted villages

More group meetings with village residents on 18th March 2024, to receive feedback on our work from the villagers, as Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) adopted 17 villages in Cachar, Assam, since February 2020, for Door-to-door cancer screening, treatment management, support, and counseling. BCH screened more than 20,000 villagers till Nov 2023, and more in progress, taking care of end-to-end. We also discussed screening protocols and patient cases.

During our door-to-door screening, we take the suspicious cases to Cachar Cancer Hospital, or Silchar Medical College, for further screening, diagnosis, and treatment. The hospitals provide treatment at subsidized rates under the government-aided schemes & we are thankful for their services but the remaining treatment expenses, BCH covers. The villagers are daily wage earners living a hand-to-mouth existence without any savings. On many occasions, there is no one in the family to accompany the patient to the hospital, eventually delaying or skipping treatment. BCH team takes care end to end, starting from providing transport, purchasing medicines, diagnostic tests, that are not covered under the government schemes. BCH team assists the patients by taking them to the hospital, helping with income certificate, AAA card, hospital registration, patient communication with the doctor, accompanying them in the full diagnosis process, providing treatment aid, dropping them home with follow-ups & counseling.

The 17 Villages BCH adopted since February 2020: Sundari Part-II, Sundari Part-III , Sundari Part-IV, Boalihaor, Sentcatherine , Sundari-I, Bidruhipar, Boali Haor, Bhaurikhandi-I , Bhaurikhandi-II, Dharamkhal Division area of Silcoorie Tea Estate, Bhorakhai divisions of Silcoorie Tea Eastate, Durgakona Division , Silcoorie Division of Silcoorie Tea Estate, Kochudorom- I, Kochudorom- IV.

We select our BCH team who are the residents of the respective villages we adopt. Very proud of our great team: Sanalembi Devi (Project coordinator), Field workers: Sapna Pashi, Ranjitha Singha, Sangita Bagdi, and Sarita Singha (data entry).

100% of BCH’s services are FREE, and All donations are driven towards our mission (donor’s choice).

We are grateful to the villagers, for trusting us.. Thank you,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy on behalf of BCH Family

March 17, 2023 - BCH Team Visit to patient home

One of the missions of Breast Cancer Hub-adopted villages in remote areas is patients' follow-up and counseling along with treatment guidance. BCH Team visiting a Cancer Patient home on March 17, 2024. We execute Door-to-door cancer screening, treatment management, Aid, support, and counseling. Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) adopted 17 villages, in Cachar, Assam, screened more than 20,000 villagers from Feb 2020 to Nov 2023, taking care end to end.

During our door-to-door screening, we take the suspicious cases to Cachar Cancer Hospital, or Silchar Medical College, for further screening, diagnosis, and treatment. The hospitals provide treatment at subsidized rates under the government-aided schemes & we are thankful for their services but the remaining treatment expenses, BCH covers. The villagers are daily wage earners living a hand-to-mouth existence without any savings. On many occasions, there is no one in the family to accompany the patient to the hospital, eventually delaying or skipping treatment. BCH team takes care end to end, starting from providing transport, purchasing medicines, diagnostic tests, that are not covered under the government schemes. BCH team assists the patients by taking them to the hospital, helping with income certificate, AAA card, hospital registration, patient communication with the doctor, accompanying them in the full diagnosis process, providing treatment aid, dropping them home with follow-ups & counseling.

The 17 Villages BCH adopted since February 2020: Sundari Part-II, Sundari Part-III , Sundari Part-IV, Boalihaor, Sentcatherine , Sundari-I, Bidruhipar, Boali Haor, Bhaurikhandi-I , Bhaurikhandi-II, Dharamkhal Division area of Silcoorie Tea Estate, Bhorakhai divisions of Silcoorie Tea Eastate, Durgakona Division , Silcoorie Division of Silcoorie Tea Estate, Kochudorom- I, Kochudorom- IV.

We select our BCH team who are the residents of the respective villages we adopt. Very proud of our great team: Sanalembi Devi (Project coordinator), Field workers: Sapna Pashi, Ranjitha Singha, Sangita Bagdi, and Sarita Singha (data entry).

100% of BCH’s services are FREE, and All donations are driven towards our mission (donor’s choice).

We are grateful to the villagers, for trusting us.. Thank you,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy on behalf of BCH team

March 17, 2024 - one of the 17 bch adopted villages

I had a Group Meeting with villagers on 17th March, 2024, to receive feedback on our work from the village residents, as Breast Cancer Hub (BCH) adopted 17 villages in Cachar, Assam, since February 2020, for Door-to-door cancer screening, treatment management, support, and counseling. BCH screened more than 20,000 villagers till Nov 2023, and more in progress, taking care of end-to-end. We also discussed screening protocols and patient cases.

During our door-to-door screening, we take the suspicious cases to Cachar Cancer Hospital, or Silchar Medical College, for further screening, diagnosis, and treatment. The hospitals provide treatment at subsidized rates under the government-aided schemes & we are thankful for their services but the remaining treatment expenses, BCH covers. The villagers are daily wage earners living a hand-to-mouth existence without any savings. On many occasions, there is no one in the family to accompany the patient to the hospital, eventually delaying or skipping treatment. BCH team takes care end to end, starting from providing transport, purchasing medicines, diagnostic tests, that are not covered under the government schemes. BCH team assists the patients by taking them to the hospital, helping with income certificate, AAA card, hospital registration, patient communication with the doctor, accompanying them in the full diagnosis process, providing treatment aid, dropping them home with follow-ups & counseling.

The 17 Villages BCH adopted since February 2020: Sundari Part-II, Sundari Part-III , Sundari Part-IV, Boalihaor, Sentcatherine , Sundari-I, Bidruhipar, Boali Haor, Bhaurikhandi-I , Bhaurikhandi-II, Dharamkhal Division area of Silcoorie Tea Estate, Bhorakhai divisions of Silcoorie Tea Eastate, Durgakona Division , Silcoorie Division of Silcoorie Tea Estate, Kochudorom- I, Kochudorom- IV.

We select our BCH team who are the residents of the respective villages we adopt. Very proud of our great team: Sanalembi Devi (Project coordinator), Field workers: Sapna Pashi, Ranjitha Singha, Sangita Bagdi, and Sarita Singha (data entry).

100% of BCH’s services are FREE, and All donations are driven towards our mission (donor’s choice).

We are grateful to the villagers, for trusting us.. Thank you,

Dr Lopamudra Das Roy on behalf of BCH Family