On the occasion of observing February as the World Cancer Month, Saarthak
, which is the
cancer support group
of a
Mohali hospital
's
cancer institute
, hosted a fun filled day for its cancer patients, and survivors along with their caregivers with ‘Ride to Wellness’ on Wednesday. The event was organised to spread awareness about cancer prevention, management and sensitizing people about adopting a
healthy lifestyle
.
40
cancer survivors
boarded on a tour of Chandigarh atop CITCO’s Hop-On Hop Off double-decker bus, which started from Hotel Shivalik view and included a stop at the scenic Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, Sector 16.
The participants had fun flying kites, on the festival of Basant Panchami. The bus went pass city's landmarks like Chandigarh Capitol Complex, Sector 1, before ending at Sukhna Lake.
The cancer survivors had a roaring time and expressed gratitude at the institute's gesture.
Dr Rajeev Bedi, Director, Medical Oncology, of the Institute, said,
“Joining a free support group like
Saarthak
will allow cancer survivors to bond well and become each other’s support. Getting diagnosed with the disease is a heartbreaking moment for many. Patients become emotional and start feeling that other people can’t understand their struggles. This makes it hard for them to relate to other people and often leads to loneliness. This makes it important for cancer survivors to join support groups where they can voice their thoughts and emotions.”
Dr Narendra Bhalla, Director, Radiation Oncology, added,
“It is a harrowing time for patients to undergo radiation. Such get-togethers help them meet people with a positive outlook towards life and have benefitted from the treatment. I want this day to be a celebration of the survivors’ indomitable spirit.”
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