Week #35 | 31st August – 6th September 2026
Kalpavriksham Trust continued its commitment to creating greater awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and healthy living by conducting 11 cancer awareness and screening events across Madurantakam and surrounding communities during Week #35, from 31st August to 6th September 2026.
During the week, a total of 1,653 beneficiaries were reached through 7 cancer screening camps and 4 cancer awareness talks, bringing essential health education and early screening services closer to communities, workplaces, and healthcare centres.
As part of Project Sunkalp, cancer screening camps were conducted at several locations in Madurantakam, providing beneficiaries with access to early screening services, including iBreast examination, oral examination, and Pap smear testing.
The screening camps were held at:
These camps focused on encouraging people to understand the importance of regular screening and early detection, while helping communities become more informed about cancer warning signs and preventive healthcare.
Through Project Shakti, cancer awareness sessions were also conducted at community and workplace settings:
The sessions focused on creating awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, risk factors, screening, and the importance of seeking timely medical attention.
Through these initiatives, Kalpavriksham Trust continues to take cancer awareness beyond hospitals and into villages, workplaces, and local communities. By combining awareness programmes with accessible screening opportunities, the initiative aims to encourage people to take proactive steps towards their health.