To detect cancer Meghalaya CM Sangma launches project

Shillong: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday launched a project under which one million people will be screened for cancer free of charge.

Launching the ‘Megh Can Care’ project in the presence of Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh, Sangma said, “This is a first of its kind program that aims to reach one million people. A dedicated helpline number has been set up for all queries. gone.”
He said the aim of the plan is to ensure that all suspected cases are followed up for testing and diagnosis.

Lyngdoh said that 1.5 lakh people of East Khasi Hills district will be screened in the pilot project.