Here, you will be find videos of Lung Cancer Warriors or their Caregivers sharing their experiences about cancer to give some motivation to many families fighting with cancer.
Diagnosed with stage 3B lung cancer at age 26, Rasika Bombatkar describes how assumptions about who gets lung cancer, social stigma, and limited access to psychosocial support, shaped her experience. She now volunteers with Lung Connect India Foundation, a UICC member.
I am Suchismita Das. A lung cancer survivor. A patient advocate at Lung Connect India Foundation.” Her words are simple. Yet behind them is a journey, that did reshape her life. At 22, Suchismita Das was in her second year of engineering, with the aspirations of a young woman shaping her future. Today at 28, she stands not just as a lung cancer survivor but an embodiment of strength, advocacy and hope.
Advocacy groups can counter these narratives by highlighting environmental and genetic risk factors and by showcasing survivorship stories.
Stigma surrounding sex continues to be one of the major barriers to addressing sexual intimacy in cancer care.
Suchismita Das was an Engineering undergraduate when the diagnosis of a rare soft tissue sarcoma (rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer) in the lung, hit her like a bolt from the blue and turned her world upside down. She fought it out bravely and now she is helping others who going through lung cancer.
This article is a part of Lung Connect India Foundation's initiative 'Lung Cancer Awareness - United In Our Goals', focusing on lung cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
By raising awareness, championing patient rights, and empowering advocates, LCIF is pioneering a transformative approach to lung cancer support in India and Southeast Asia.
Understanding lung cancer types, stages, dispelling common myths, and the role of support groups are crucial for effective management.
The financial burden of lung cancer care is a significant challenge for many families and can drive a large proportion of affected households into poverty.
Mr. Mohammad Rizwan and his wife, Mrs. Sana Rizwan with their young son lived in Gujarat, India. Rizwan was struggling to maintain a work-life balance. That’s when a job opportunity in Punjab (northwest...
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Name of Accommodation |
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Email-ID |
Procedure & Facility |
Total No. of Patients that can be accommodated |
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1 |
St. Jude Childcare Centre |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai, Navi Mumbai |
1st Floor, Maskar Hospital, Sakhubai Mohite Road, Near Babla Maszid, Delai Road, Lower Parel - 400013. Indian Cancer Society, Jerbai Wadia Road, Parel, Mumbai - 400012. ACTREC (Tata Hospital) 22 Sector, Khar Ghar New Mumbai |
9768829772 022-24171614 Email : stjudechild@gmail.com |
Only for children below 15 years age Documents: Registration Copy Xerox other all facility free of cost 8 Rooms, 30 Rooms, 41 Rooms |
8 |
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2 |
Chetna Foundation |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
31 B.D.D. Chawl, N.M. Joshi Marg, Near Babla Maszid, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400013. |
022-23088942 |
Only for children below 14 Years age. Documents: Tata Small Card Rs. 30/ Per Day 6 Rooms |
6 |
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3 |
Umeed Foundation |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
Chita Camp, Trombe |
9594790464 |
Only for children below 14 Years age. Free of Cost Provide to & fro Bus fare and food. 4 Rooms provide through Help Line |
4 |
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4 |
Shri Mohanlal Dayal Charity Trust |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
C/o Parle Production Pvt.Ltd. Plot No-52,53, Opp. Amuluk Amichand School, Nr. S.N.D.T. Collage, Matunga, Mumbai - 19. |
67130466 |
Only for children below 18 Years age. Rs. 1400/- P.M. Documetns : Tata Small Card & First Page, File Zerox ( Regestration Copy) 20 Rooms Meet every month first Date & 20th |
20 |
Well-known non-governmental financial assistance schemes for lung cancer patients play a crucial role in providing support beyond what is covered by government programs. These initiatives are typically offered by charitable organizations, foundations, and private sector entities, aiming to ease the financial burden of cancer treatment. Here are some key sources of non-governmental financial assistance:
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Name of the trust |
State |
City |
Postal Address |
Contact No. |
Documents/ Time/ Day |
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Smt. Tara Manoharmal Kumbhat Ch. Trust |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
9/6, Himalaya Bldg., Sea face Road, Near Flora Hotel, Worli, Mumbai - 400018. |
022-24934099 / 24903059 |
Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form Time : Only on Saturday & Wednesday (call before 8 AM above Rs 30000/-) |
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2 |
Nirlon Foundation Trust |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
Century Bazar, Nirlon House,256 B, Dr. Anne Beasant Road, Mumbai - 400 030. |
022-24930148, 30401910. |
Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form Time : 10 AM to 4 PM Working Days |
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3 |
Max Foundation |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
SECOM Business Centre, (Next to Sandoz House),
Shiv Nagar Estate, |
6660 3320/21. 9867073492. |
Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form Time : 10.30 AM to 5 PM Working Days |
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4 |
Malharbai Foundation |
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
101, 1st Floor, A to Z Industrial Estate, Near Piramal Hospital, Lower Parel, |
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Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form Time : 3 PM to 6 PM Monday/Friday |
The government provides various financial assistance programs to support cancer patients. These initiatives are aimed at reducing the financial burden of cancer treatment and improving access to care. Key programs include:
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Name of the trust |
State |
City |
Postal Address |
Contact No. |
Documents/ Time/ Day |
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Hon'ble Prime Minister |
New Delhi |
New Delhi |
Government of India, 152, South Block, New Delhi - 110 101. |
011-23073333 011-23385786 011 - 23016469 011 - 23012419 |
Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form, Patient's 2 Photos, MP Letter Must, Cost Certificate |
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2 |
Officer on Special Duty to Minister of Health & Family Welfare |
New Delhi |
New Delhi |
Government of India, Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi - 110 108. |
011 -2306 1661 011 - 2306 1647 011 - 2306 1751 |
Original Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form |
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3 |
The Under Secretary (Welfare) President's Secretariat |
New Delhi |
New Delhi |
Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi - 110 004. |
2301 5321 011 - 2301 0813 |
Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form |
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4 |
Shirdi Sai Trust |
Tamil Nadu |
Chennai |
No.1, Sai Nagar, 108, Krishnankarani Village, East Coast Road, Pauttipulam (P.O.), Tamilnadu - 603 104. |
044 - 2744 4090 044 - 2744 4091 |
Cost Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, Application form |
