Report on 3 Breast Cancer Awareness Camp Organized by Ruma Abedona Hospice (RAH)
Awareness camp1
Location: Bhangar, South 24 Parganas
Date: 24.5.2025
Awareness camp 2
Location: Chandannagar, sarisapara
Date: 27.5.2025
Awareness camp 3
Location: Rishra
Date: 29.5.2025
Ruma Abedona Hospice (RAH) organized 3 successful breast cancer awareness camp. First one at a Muslim village in Bhangar, South 24 Parganas, 2nd one at Chandannagar and third one at Rishra, as part of its ongoing community outreach and palliative care initiatives. The program aimed to spread vital knowledge regarding breast cancer and empower individuals, especially women, with the skills necessary for early detection.
Objectives of the Camp:
• To educate participants about the risk factors and symptoms of breast cancer.
• To demonstrate the proper technique for Self Breast Examination (SBE).
• To encourage early detection and reduce stigma around breast cancer in rural communities.
Highlights of the Camp:
• A total of 75 participants in camp 1, 23 in 2nd and 29 participants in camp 3 both male and female, attended the session with great enthusiasm and curiosity.
• The awareness session was conducted in a culturally sensitive manner, keeping in mind the local traditions and beliefs of the community.
• The RAH team provided live demonstrations and audio-visual aids used in the local language to enhance understanding.
• Participants were engaged in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions to clarify doubts and misconceptions.
Palliative Care Support:
The first camp also served as a follow-up and support initiative for a patient from the same village who has been under the care of the RAH palliative care team. This patient’s case helped to contextualize the importance of early detection and comprehensive care, and the family shared their positive experience with RAH, reinforcing the value of palliative services.
Comparing to the second camp which defines more on interaction as it had mostly the patients.
The third one was organised at the OPD set up within the patients and family members
Community Impact:
• The camp received positive feedback from attendees who expressed a greater sense of awareness and readiness to take preventive steps.
• Male participants acknowledged their role in supporting female family members in seeking timely medical attention.
• Local leaders and volunteers appreciated RAH’s effort in bringing health education to remote areas.
Conclusion:
All the 3 awareness camps in different locations is a testament to Ruma Abedona Hospice’s commitment to holistic palliative care and community health education. Such initiatives not only address medical needs but also foster awareness, reduce stigma, and promote proactive health behaviour .
Meheli Chakraborty
CEO
Report on 3 Breast Cancer Awareness Camp Organized by Ruma Abedona Hospice (RAH)
Awareness camp1
Location: Bhangar, South 24 Parganas
Date: 24.5.2025
Awareness camp 2
Location: Chandannagar, sarisapara
Date: 27.5.2025
Awareness camp 3
Location: Rishra
Date: 29.5.2025
Ruma Abedona Hospice (RAH) organized 3 successful breast cancer awareness camp. First one at a Muslim village in Bhangar, South 24 Parganas, 2nd one at Chandannagar and third one at Rishra, as part of its ongoing community outreach and palliative care initiatives. The program aimed to spread vital knowledge regarding breast cancer and empower individuals, especially women, with the skills necessary for early detection.
Objectives of the Camp:
• To educate participants about the risk factors and symptoms of breast cancer.
• To demonstrate the proper technique for Self Breast Examination (SBE).
• To encourage early detection and reduce stigma around breast cancer in rural communities.
Highlights of the Camp:
• A total of 75 participants in camp 1, 23 in 2nd and 29 participants in camp 3 both male and female, attended the session with great enthusiasm and curiosity.
• The awareness session was conducted in a culturally sensitive manner, keeping in mind the local traditions and beliefs of the community.
• The RAH team provided live demonstrations and audio-visual aids used in the local language to enhance understanding.
• Participants were engaged in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions to clarify doubts and misconceptions.
Palliative Care Support:
The first camp also served as a follow-up and support initiative for a patient from the same village who has been under the care of the RAH palliative care team. This patient’s case helped to contextualize the importance of early detection and comprehensive care, and the family shared their positive experience with RAH, reinforcing the value of palliative services.
Comparing to the second camp which defines more on interaction as it had mostly the patients.
The third one was organised at the OPD set up within the patients and family members
Community Impact:
• The camp received positive feedback from attendees who expressed a greater sense of awareness and readiness to take preventive steps.
• Male participants acknowledged their role in supporting female family members in seeking timely medical attention.
• Local leaders and volunteers appreciated RAH’s effort in bringing health education to remote areas.
Conclusion:
All the 3 awareness camps in different locations is a testament to Ruma Abedona Hospice’s commitment to holistic palliative care and community health education. Such initiatives not only address medical needs but also foster awareness, reduce stigma, and promote proactive health behaviour .
Meheli Chakraborty
CEO