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Msgr. Joseph Kandathil Memorial Cancer Research Centre (MJKMCRC)

Msgr. Joseph Kandathil Memorial Cancer Research Centre (MJKMCRC) is a prestigious project, of Assisi Sisters of Mary Immaculate, for the development and creation of affordable, quality, comprehensive oncology services to the needy; all under one roof.

Msgr. Joseph Kandathil Memorial Cancer Research Centre was inaugurated by Cardinal Mar Varkey Vithayathil, Major Arch Bishop of Syro Malabar Church on December 15th 2007 

Msgr. Joseph Kandathil (1904- 1991), who is known as Damien of Kerala, found the Assisi Sisters of Mary Immaculate (ASMI) congregation and the Greengardens institutions. The saga of ASMI group of institutions began with the creation of Poor Leprosy Home in 1942 in Cherthala, for the care and treatment of Leprosy patients. After controlling leprosy to an extent, in 1999 with a visiting oncologist the ASMI sisters turned its attention to oncology services.

MJKMCRC is dedicated to the memory of Msgr. Joseph Kandathil, our Father Founder.

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കീമോതെറാപ്പി ചെയ്യുമ്പോൾ സ്വീകരിക്കേണ്ട മുൻകരുതലുകൾ

നിങ്ങളുടെ കാൻസർ ചികിത്സയുടെ വളരെ പ്രധാനപ്പെട്ട ഒരു ഭാഗമാണ് കീമോതെറാപ്പി. ഇത് കാൻസർ കോശങ്ങളെ നശിപ്പിക്കാൻ സഹായിക്കുമ്പോൾ തന്നെ, ശരീരത്തിലെ ചില ആരോഗ്യമുള്ള കോശങ്ങളെയും ബാധിച്ചേക്കാം. ഇത് താൽക്കാലികമായ പാർശ്വഫലങ്ങൾക്ക് കാരണമാകുന്നു. ചികിത്സാ ഘട്ടങ്ങൾക്കിടയിൽ (Treatment cycles) വീട്ടിൽ കൃത്യമായ പരിചരണം ഉറപ്പാക്കുന്നത് വേഗത്തിൽ സുഖം പ്രാപിക്കാനും പാർശ്വഫലങ്ങൾ മൂലമുള്ള സങ്കീർണ്ണതകൾ കുറയ്ക്കാനും സഹായിക്കും. ഈ ലഘുലേഖയിൽ നിങ്ങൾക്കും നിങ്ങളെ പരിചരിക്കുന്നവർക്കും കീമോതെറാപ്പി സമയത്തും അതിനുശേഷവും പാലിക്കേണ്ട പ്രധാന നിർദ്ദേശങ്ങൾ അടങ്ങിയിരിക്കുന്നു.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1. What is cancer? Do I have Cancer ? WHY SHOULD I DO CANCER SCREENING ?

    Cancer Screening increases the chances of detecting certain cancers early, when they are most likely to be curable. The goal of screening exams for early cancer detection is to find cancers before they start to cause symptoms. Screening refers to tests and exams used to find a disease, such as cancer, in people who do not have any symptoms. The goal of cancer screening is to reduce the number of people who develop and die from cancer.
Treatment works best when cancer is found early—while it’s still small and is less likely to have spread to other parts of the body. This often means a better chance for a cure. The screening is much useful in; Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Lung Cancer & Prostate Cancer: where early detection gives better treatment outcome and Quality of Life (QoL).

  • 2. What are the signs and symptoms of cancer?

    Change In Bowel Habits or Bladder Function
⦁ Sores That Do Not Heal
⦁ White Patches Inside The Mouth or White Spots On The Tongue
⦁ Unusual Bleeding or Discharge
⦁ Thickening or Lump In The Breast or Other Parts Of The Body
⦁ Indigestion or Trouble Swallowing
⦁ Recent Change In A Wart or Mole or Any New Skin Change
⦁ Nagging Cough or Hoarseness
⦁ Other Symptoms
⦁ Unexplained Weight Loss
⦁ Fever
⦁ Fatigue

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH, AND REDUCE YOUR CANCER RISK:
⦁ Stay away from tobacco.
⦁ Stay at a healthy weight.
⦁ Get moving with regular physical activity.
⦁ Eat healthy with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
⦁ Limit how much alcohol you drink (if you drink at all).
⦁ Protect your skin.
⦁ Know yourself, your family history, and your risks.
⦁ Have regular check-ups and cancer screening tests.

  • 3. WHAT I HAVE TO DO FOR CANCER SCREENING ?

    Comprehensive Guide to Cancer Screening Tests
    Cancer screening involves checking your body for cancer before you experience any symptoms. Detecting cellular changes or early-stage tumors makes treatment highly effective, less invasive, and significantly increases survival rates.

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