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- Advances in genetic testing and cancer screening that improve survival rates.
- Breakthrough therapies including immunotherapy and CAR-T treatments offering hope in advanced cancers.
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Bengaluru/New Delhi, August 25, 2025:
Global breakthroughs in cancer research came closer to Indian patients and families as the Best of ASCO 2025 Annual Meeting kickstarted in Bengaluru today. The two-day conference, officially licensed by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and organized by Global Healthcare Academy (GHA), has brought together over 500 oncologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
As India’s first Med Ed-tech platform dedicated to continuing medical education (CME), Global Healthcare Academy (GHA) provides specialized programs and skill-building opportunities for medical professionals. By hosting conferences like Best of ASCO, GHA aims to connect international breakthroughs with Indian healthcare needs, ensuring that doctors, researchers, and students can access the latest knowledge to improve patient care.
While the spotlight was on cutting-edge therapies like immunotherapy, targeted treatments, and CAR-T cell therapy, the core message was clear: “Cancer doesn’t wait and neither should you.” Experts stressed that awareness, preventive lifestyle choices, and early detection are as powerful as any treatment.
In India, cancer continues to be diagnosed late, making treatment outcomes challenging. Speakers highlighted everyday risk factors unique to Indian society such as pollution, pesticide exposure, tobacco use, and lack of awareness about family history that contribute to rising cancer cases.
Dr. B. S. Ajaikumar, Chairman, HealthCare Global Enterprises (HCG): “Cancer care in India must move beyond treatment to a holistic approach that includes awareness, screening, prevention, and timely intervention. Best of ASCO 2025 reinforces that early detection is not only lifesaving but also makes treatment more effective and affordable for patients.”
Doctors at the conference emphasized the importance of genetic counselling and testing. Families with multiple members affected by cancer, relatives diagnosed at a young age, or a history of rare cancers were urged to seek medical advice on genetic testing.
Dr. Rakesh Jalali, Medical Director, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai “With today’s scientific advances, from proton therapy to genetic testing, we have tools that can transform cancer care. But these innovations are meaningful only when combined with early diagnosis and a proactive mindset among patients and families. Awareness is the first and most powerful treatment.”
Knowing your genetic risk isn’t about creating fear; it’s about creating power, experts explained. Genetic counselling can help families detect risks early and prevent late-stage cancers.
Dr. Vijay Agarwal, Professor and Lead Consultant, Medical Oncology at Apollo Hospitals,”In India, we see too many patients arriving with advanced cancers that could have been detected earlier. Knowledge of family history, genetic counselling, and preventive lifestyles are just as important as surgery or chemotherapy. Best of ASCO 2025 is a reminder that fighting cancer starts long before the operation theatre.”
Simple daily steps like eating balanced meals, exercising regularly, reducing processed foods, and avoiding prolonged chemical exposure were highlighted as effective shields against long-term cancer risk.
Dr. Suresh Babu M.C. Medical Oncologist Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology “Cancer is not only a medical disease, it is a societal challenge. From rural communities to urban families, the message is the same: act early, get screened, and never ignore symptoms. Empowering people with the right information, as Best of ASCO 2025 has done, is the foundation of saving lives.”
Oncologists reiterated that cancer is influenced by genes, environment, and lifestyle, but awareness, screening, and conscious choices can change outcomes. “Prevention is just as powerful as treatment,” was the resounding call.
