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Pinkathon Mumbai's landmark 10th edition draws over 5,300 women; sets record with 115 visually impaired runners

Mumbai (Maharashtra), December 22: The 10th edition of the Pinkathon Mumbai, held on Saturday and Sunday at the MMRDA Grounds, BKC, brought together over 5,300 women participants, reaffirming its position as India's largest women's running event. The two-day meet featured 3 km, 5 km, and 10 km races, drawing runners across age groups, abilities, and fitness levels, and continuing Pinkathon's focus on participation-led running.

Vivekanand Education Society hosts Pinkathon promotional event, highlights grandmother's 10K run initiative

Mumbai, December 15: Vivekanand Education Society (VES), Chembur, in its role as the venue partner, successfully hosted the Pinkathon Promotional Event at VES Campus 1 Ground, according to a press release.

There were no symptoms: Mahima Chaudhary shares how her breast cancer was found during routine check-up

New Delhi, November 16: Actor and breast cancer survivor Mahima Chaudhary recently opened up about her health journey and the importance of early testing for women.

Gujarat: Over 50,000 people screened at GCRI, cancer awareness programs held

Ahmedabad, Nov 12: On the occasion of National Cancer Awareness Day, several programs were organised across Gujarat to educate people about the life-threatening ailment, while campaigns were organised to screen people for the fatal disease.

Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav highlights people-centric approach to cancer awareness, integrative care

New Delhi, November 7: The Ministry of Ayush, on National Cancer Awareness Day, highlighted the need to strengthen public awareness and early detection efforts as cancer remains the second leading cause of death globally.

Prataprao Jadhav highlights people-centric approach to cancer awareness, integrative care

New Delhi, Nov 7: Integrative models combining modern oncology with Ayush systems can significantly improve quality of life, particularly for the vulnerable sections of society, Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav said on Friday.

Hina Khan channels her inner 'Anjali', recreates Kajol's iconic dialogue from K3G

Mumbai, Nov 5: Television superstar Hina Khan has been surprising her fans with recreations of fun and hit dialogues from the superhit movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham.

Drew Barrymore had breast cancer 'scare' post 'emergency biopsy'

Los Angeles, Nov 4: Actress Drew Barrymore shared that she recently had an "emergency biopsy" following a "bad mammogram".

Hina Khan channels her inner Poo, recreates Kareena Kapoor's iconic scene from K3G

Mumbai, Oct 29: Television superstar Hina Khan has been on a spree of recreating iconic scenes from Bollywood superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan's hit movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham.

Arjun Rampal remembers his late mother: 'It's been 7 years, I miss you every day'

Mumbai, Oct 27: Actor Arjun Rampal penned a heartfelt note in memory of his late mother, Gwen Rampal.

India's first free cancer vaccination programme for girls aged 1-14 in TN soon: Minister Subramanian

Chennai, Oct 26: Tamil Nadu is poised to script a national milestone by becoming the first state in India to roll out a free cancer vaccination programme for girls aged between one and 14 years, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Ma. Subramanian announced on Sunday.

'Inspiring countless people': Yuvraj Singh applauds Jack Faint's 4,000 km run from Leh to Kanyakumari

New Delhi, Oct 19: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh lauded Jack Faint for turning a terminal diagnosis into a movement of courage and purpose with his 4,000 km run from Leh to Kanyakumari.

Kauvery Marathon in Trichy promotes cancer awareness; over 7,000 runners participate

Trichy, October 5: Co-founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Hospital, D Senguttuvan, said on Sunday that this year's Kauvery Marathon aims to spread awareness about cancer, its early detection, and cure, while promoting fitness among the community.

TN Minister KN Nehru flags off 10th Kauvery Marathon in Trichy; more than 7,000 runners participate

Trichy, October 5: Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration Minister KN Nehru on Saturday flagged off the 10th Kauvery Marathon in Trichy at the Bharathidasan University Gate.

Taboo that cancer patient has to sit at home and do nothing is not true: Hina Khan on cancer-battling artists in Entertainment industry

Surat, October 4: Actress Hina Khan, who was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer last year and is currently battling the disease, opened up about the taboos surrounding the cancer-battling artists in the entertainment industry.

Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata Chuangsri to flag off 'Pink Power Run 2025' in Hyderabad, calls for a social movement on breast cancer

Hyderabad, September 27: The second edition of 'Pink Power Run' is all set to be held in Hyderabad on Sunday, September 28.

India-W to wear special pink jersey for third ODI against Australia-W

New Delhi, Sep 20: The Indian Womenâ€™s team will wear a special pink-coloured jersey against Australia Women in the third and final ODI of the series to raise awareness for breast cancer. With the series currently tied at 1-1, the upcoming game is one to watch.

Tiger Shroff dons 'Flying Jatt' costume after almost 8 years for dance workshop with cancer-battling children in Mumbai

Mumbai, September 13: The Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA), a cancer help agency, organised a special dance workshop, 'Happy Feet', on Saturday. It was attended by the Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff as the Chief Guest, along with choreographer Geeta Kapur and Feroz Khan.

Angelina Jolie gets emotional remembering late mother's cancer journey

Toronto, September 8: Angelina Jolie's starrer 'Couture' had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, and it turned into an emotional moment for the actress.

Inaugural Indian Healthcare League launched, Pujara graces event as chief guest

New Delhi, September 7: The inaugural Indian Healthcare League (IHL) was inaugurated as a groundbreaking sporting platform dedicated exclusively to doctors. More than a wellness initiative, the league positions itself as a powerful movement with a dual purpose--placing the spotlight on cancer awareness as its primary mission and championing the mental well-being of healthcare professionals as its secondary objective.

'Pavitra Rishta' star Priya Marathe passes away after battle with cancer

Mumbai, Aug 31: Actress Priya Marathe, who is known for her work in the superhit television show 'Pavitra Rishta', passed away at the age of 38 on Sunday.

Gordon Ramsay reveals undergoing surgery for skin cancer, cautions don't forget your sunscreen

Los Angeles, August 30: Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has revealed undergoing treatment for skin cancer.

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke undergoes surgery for Skin Cancer, urges awareness

Melbourne, August 27: Former Australian World Cup-winning captain Michael Clarke recently shared that he underwent surgery to remove skin cancer from his nose. This isn't his first encounter with skin cancer; he was first diagnosed in 2006 and has had around a dozen cancers removed since then.

Overwhelmed, humbled: Yuvraj Singh thanks cricketing legends for attending YouWeCan charity event in London

London, July 10: Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh thanked former teammates, cricketing legends and his family for being a part of the special YouWeCan charity event in London on Tuesday hosted by him, saying that the he and his organisation would not "give up" in their collective battle against the life-threatening disease.

Always with you, my friend: Sachin Tendulkar supports Yuvraj Singh's charity event

London, July 9: Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh hosted a special YouWeCan charity event in London on Tuesday, bringing together sports legends. The event saw the presence of cricketing greats, including Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, former England stars Kevin Pietersen and Darren Gough and others.

Tannaz Irani talks about cancer awareness, calls Hina Khan an inspiration for staying positive

New Delhi, June 17: Bollywood actor Tannaz Irani, who attended the 'ShowStopper' event in Delhi on Tuesday, spoke about the importance of spreading awareness about breast cancer.

Miss World 2025 Contestants visit KIMS-USHALAKSHMI Centre for Breast Diseases in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, May 21: Impressed with the disruptive Breast Cancer advocacy initiatives spearheaded by Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation & KIMS-USHALAKSHMI Centre for Breast Diseases, a focused group of Miss World 2025 contestants representing five Nations visited the centres of excellence at Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) in Telangana, today.

IPL 2025: GT to wear lavender jersey against LSG to support the fight against cancer

Ahmedabad, May 19: Gujarat Titans (GT) players will don special lavender jerseys for their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 home game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday to support the fight against cancer.

IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans unite in fight against cancer donning lavender jerseys

Ahmedabad, May 19: The Gujarat Titans (GT) are once again stepping up to support the fight against cancer, proudly donning special lavender jerseys for their home game on May 22, 2025.

Olivia Williams opens up about battle with pancreatic cancer

Washington, April 20: Olivia Williams, known for her roles in 'The Crown' and 'The Sixth Sense,' has shared her harrowing experience with pancreatic cancer, revealing years of misdiagnoses and dismissals by doctors.

Rozlyn Khan shows solidarity with Tahira Kashyap in her second fight against breast cancer

Mumbai, April 9: Stage 4 cancer survivor Rozlyn Khan has expressed her support for Ayushmann Khurrana's wife, Tahira Kashyap, after she was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time.

Payal Rajput seeks support, positive vibes from fans, well-wishers as her dad is taken to his first chemotherapy session

Chennai, April 8: Disclosing that her dad who had been diagnosed with cancer was being taken to his first chemotherapy session, well known actress Payal Rajput on Tuesday sought the love, support and positive vibes of her fans and well-wishers to navigate through the difficult journey ahead.

Ayushmann Khurrana's wife Tahira Kashyap announces her breast cancer diagnosis for the second time

Mumbai, April 7: Ayushmann Khurranaâ€™s wife and author Tahira Kashyap, who fought breast cancer in 2018, has now shared the news of a relapse.

Round 2 for Me: Tahira Kashyap opens up about breast cancer relapse

Mumbai, April 7: Filmmaker Tahira Kashyap, known for her directorial debut 'Sharmajee Ki Beti', has revealed that her breast cancer has relapsed after seven years.

Former V-P Venkaiah Naidu congratulates Surgeon Raghu Ram for Guinness Record

Hyderabad, March 15: Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday congratulated renowned surgeon Dr P. Raghu Ram who achieved the Guinness Book of World Records for the highest views of a breast cancer awareness lesson on YouTube in 24 hours.

Hina Khan proudly flaunts her 'radiation burns' during her latest workout session

Mumbai, Feb 28: Hina Khan has been extremely open about her battle with cancer, keeping her fans in the loop every step of the way.

Over 65,000 new cancer cases reported annually in state: Veena George on Kerala cancer campaign

Thiruvananthapuram, February 28: Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Friday highlighted the rising number of cancer cases in the state, revealing that over 65,000 new cancer cases are reported annually in Kerala, despite high health literacy, many patients seek treatment only in advanced stages of the disease.

Babil Khan on being the muse for Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's opening show: It was an honour

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