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The story of Anusaya’s brave
triumph over cancer

Alleviating su ering and fear of
cancer by counselling with care
In a country where the healthcare system can be fragmented Anusaya and her family were counselled and informed about
and overwhelming, patient navigators serve as beacons of the procedures, enabling them to make well-informed
hope, guiding individuals through the complexities of cancer decisions about her treatment.
care. Their role is to ensure that patients like Anusaya Nanaji
Doifode, aged 54, receive timely and compassionate support However, the biopsy report brought a more challenging
needed to conquer cancer. revelation - Papillary Carcinoma of the Left Breast. This called
for a mastectomy, a decision that had the potential to evoke
Anusaya's journey began when she attended an awareness fear and uncertainty. Once again, the
and screening camp for patient navigator stood beside
non-communicable diseases at Anusaya and her family, providing
the Health and Wellness Centre reassurance, explaining the procedure,
in Sonegaon, organised by the and o ering emotional support during
Tata Cancer Care Foundation's this trying time.
outreach team. During a clinical
breast examination, a small lump With courage and trust in her
was detected on her left breast, healthcare team, Anusaya underwent
prompting further evaluation at a the mastectomy successfully.
referral hospital in Chandrapur. Throughout her post-operative
recovery, she received attentive care and support from the
The significance of Patient Navigators in the Tata Cancer Care hospital sta , leading to a triumphant outcome.
Foundation cannot be overstated. These dedicated
individuals possess a deep understanding of the medical Today, Anusaya lives a life that is healthy and safe, free from
system. They are skilled at guiding patients through various the deadly grip of cancer.
stages of consultation, ensuring they receive prompt and
adequate care. Anusaya was fortunate to have a patient The tireless e orts of patient navigators continue to alleviate
navigator named Manisha by her side. the su ering and fear associated with cancer. Their guidance
strengthens patients and their caregivers to navigate the
Upon visiting the wellness kiosk at GMC Chandrapur, another healthcare system with confidence, ensuring that they
initiative by Tata Cancer Care Foundation, previously known receive the best possible care and support in the
as Alamelu Charitable Foundation, Anusaya underwent journey of recovery.
further screening and consultation with the specialist there.
GOOD HEALTH AND
A benign breast disease was detected, leading to a 3 WELL BEING
recommendation for a lumpectomy. Throughout this process, PROJECT ALIGNS WITH SDG

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