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Indian actress Poonam Pandey fakes death to raise cervical cancer awareness

Influencer attracts a social media backlash but stands by her bizarre stunt

Evening Standard · Feb 5, 2024

Mumbai based Influencer files complaint against Poonam Pandey for faking death on social media

Social media influencer Faizan Ansari gave a written complaint to the Mumbai police and demanded the arrest of model Poonam Pandey for spreading false rumours of her death to get publicity and create a sensation by misleading people. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 5, 2024

Indian model Poonam Pandey fakes cervical cancer death, triggering a row

Poonam Pandey announces death on Instagram, inviting flurry of reports and obituaries. Next day, she says it was fake.

Al Jazeera · Feb 4, 2024

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Over 8,500 new cases of cervical cancer in Tamil Nadu in 2023, says Centre

Chennai has a high incidence rate of cervical cancer, but it is preventable through screening and vaccination.

The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024

Karnataka to start doorstep screening of oral and breast cancers along with other NCDs under ‘Gruha Arogya’

Facilitating early detection of oral, breast, and cervical cancers in the population, the State government is all set to roll out ‘Gruha Arogya’ under which door-to-door screening of these cancers along with other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) will be taken up.

The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024

Rural awareness campaigns a must before cervical cancer vaccine rollout, say doctors

Union Finance Minister announces commitment to vaccinate girls aged 9-14 against cervical cancer, but doctors stress need for awareness campaigns.

The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024

Indian model Poonam Pandey fakes death to raise cervical cancer awareness

Reality TV star reveals social media stunt and says she is proud of what ‘death news has been able to achieve’

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2024

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We need educational campaigns for cancer awareness, not death stunts

It only took 2 posts on social media to shake the belief, trust, and conscience of the entire nation in connection with a deadly disease. Actor Poonam Pandey, who is always in the news for her controversial life, made it to the headlines on February 2 after a post on…

The Times of India · Feb 3, 2024

Poonam Pandey says 'I'm alive' after reports of her death from cervical cancer

Model-actor Poonam Pandey says 'I'm alive' after reports of her death from cervical cancer. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 3, 2024

Cervical cancer kills over 70k in India annually: Doc explains why HPV vaccine is a must for girls

The news of actor Poonam Pandey's death has shocked everyone. As per a social media post made by her manager, the 32-year-old actor from Kanpur succumbed to cervical cancer today. Pandey was a known model and reality TV star.

The Times of India · Feb 2, 2024

'Lock Upp' fame Poonam Pandey dies of cervical cancer, says her manager

Actor and model Poonam Pandey passed away on Friday at the age of 32 due to cervical cancer. Read further on Dynamite news:

Dynamite News · Feb 2, 2024

Actor Poonam Pandey dies of cancer: All about Cervical cancer, the silent killer

The Times of India · Feb 2, 2024

Vaccine skepticism, equity issues hinder cervical cancer fight - Roll Call

Despite a well-proven vaccine, efforts to quash preventable cancer have been thwarted, particularly in low-income areas.

Roll Call · Feb 1, 2024

Why pap smear tests are necessary to take even after HPV vaccination

The Pap smear, also known as the Pap test, is a method for screening women for cervical cancer. It entails gathering cells from the cervix, the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. An early detection of cervical cancer through a Pap smear increases the…

The Times of India · Jan 26, 2024

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The Times of India · Jan 26, 2024

Cervical cancer: Steps to minimize the risk and protect your health

In the global health landscape, cervical cancer emerges as the fourth most common cancer; it is common in low and middle-income countries like South Africa, China, India, and Brazil. In India, it is one of the leading causes of cancer mortality accounting for 17 % of deaths in women between…

The Times of India · Jan 21, 2024

Nearly 2 in 3 cervical cancer patients in India die annually due to late detection, says doctor

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in Indian women accounting for about 18% of all cancers occurring in this demographic group. Every year, over 1,20,000 new cases of this disease are diagnosed out of whom more than 77,000 cases succumb to death owing to diagnosis during advanced stages…

The Times of India · Jan 15, 2024

Empowering Women: Tips to prevent cervical cancer

Cervical cancer is largely preventable, and there are several measures that individuals can take to reduce their risk. Here are some tips for preventing cervical cancer:

The Hindu · Jan 13, 2024

Health Ministry yet to take a call on beginning HPV vaccination campaign for adolescent girls

The Health Ministry maintained that it is yet to take a decision on starting a vaccination campaign against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), despite reports that it is set to offer the vaccine from the second quarter of this year.

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International Business Times · Jan 12, 2024

Women's Health On Show, A Little, At CES

Among the more than 3,500 booths at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, only a few focus exclusively on women's health, including a cervical cancer screening device and a wristband to anticipate hot flushes.

The Times of India · Jan 11, 2024

Understanding Cervical Cancer: What are the risk factors and prevention tips

Cervical cancer is one of the leading malignancies in developing countries including India. cervical cancer ranks as 3rd most common gynecological neoplasm in the United States, after uterine and ovarian cancers. In developing countries, where healthcare resources are limited, cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cause of cancer deaths…

The Times of India · Jan 10, 2024

Stepping up screening for cervical cancer in India: Every woman’s right

India is home to over 500 million women and girls who are at risk of cervical cancer. More than 120,000 women are diagnosed with the disease each year across India, with 8,000 of these cases reported in my state of Maharashtra. Around 77,000 women die from the disease annually in…

The Times of India · Jan 10, 2024

Cervical cancer in India: Here are the reasons behind the rise of the disease

Cervical cancer has witnessed a concerning rise in India, raising alarm bells within the public health sector. The number of cancer cases in the country is projected to go up from 14.6 lakh in 2022 to 15.7 lakh in 2025, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Cancer Registry…

The Times of India · Jan 9, 2024

Lifestyle changes that help in preventing cervical cancer

Cervical cancer is a significant health concern for women worldwide, but certain lifestyle changes can play a crucial role in preventing its occurrence. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help lower the risk of cervical cancer and improve general health. The following significant lifestyle adjustments can aid in the prevention of…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 3, 2024

Cervical cancer: why scientists think it could soon be eliminated

Thanks to the HPV vaccine and the national cervical screening programme, cervical cancer rates have dropped significantly in the UK over the past 15 years. Some governments are now setting targets to eliminate the disease

The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024

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