Cancer Awareness Walkathon and Health Education Programme
Cancer is one of the major public health challenges worldwide, contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality. Many cancers can be prevented through the adoption of healthy lifestyle practices, early identification of warning signs, regular screening, and timely medical intervention.
National Cancer Awareness Day is observed every year on 7th November in India to educate the public about cancer prevention, early detection, and available treatment facilities. On this occasion, the Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences, KBN University, organized a Cancer Awareness Walkathon and Health Education Programme on 7th November 2026.
The programme was also organized as part of the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week Celebration under the theme “Adopt Healthy Lifestyles,” of University Grant Commission, Ministry of education, Government of India, emphasizing the importance of individual and community responsibility in promoting healthy living and preventing non-communicable diseases, including cancer.
The program commenced with the inauguration of the Cancer Awareness Walkathon by Dr. Shahnaz Shaheen, professor and Head, Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences, KBN University.
The walkathon was conducted from KBNU Campus to Islamabad Colony with enthusiasm, carrying placards, raising awareness slogans and displaying awareness messages related to cancer prevention, early detection, tobacco cessation, healthy eating, and physical activity.
After reaching the villages (Harsur and Azadpur) students interacted with the villagers and explained them regarding cancer risk factors, early detection, its prevention and healthy lifestyle practices.
As part of the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week Celebration, the programme emphasized the role of healthy lifestyle choices in cancer prevention and overall well-being.
The theme, “Adopt Healthy Lifestyles,” highlighted the importance of making sustainable changes in daily habits to prevent non-communicable diseases including Cancers.
The following healthy lifestyle practices were promoted:
1. Healthy and Balanced Diet
2. Regular Physical Activity
3. Avoidance of Tobacco and Alcohol
4. Prevention of Infections Associated with Cancer
5. Environmental and Sustainable Healthy Practices
The programme also reinforced the role of future Medical Professionals in promoting health awareness and strengthening community-based preventive healthcare services.
Conclusion
The program was a meaningful initiative towards creating awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and healthy lifestyle practices.
The programme, conducted as part of the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week Celebration under the theme “Adopt Healthy Lifestyles,” highlighted the importance of individual responsibility and collective community action in reducing the burden of cancer and other non-communicable diseases.
The active participation of faculty members, medical students, interns, and the community reflected the commitment of KBN University towards health promotion, disease prevention, and community welfare.
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