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Mizoram health minister urges early cancer screening, warns against self‑treatment
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 03:01 PM
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The Mizoram health minister called for prompt cancer screening and cautioned that self‑treatment could jeopardize patients' health.
The health minister of Mizoram appealed to the public to get screened for cancer at the earliest possible stage, emphasizing that early detection dramatically improves treatment outcomes. He highlighted that many cases in the state are diagnosed late, often after symptoms become severe, which limits therapeutic options.
In a press briefing, the minister warned that self‑medication or reliance on unverified remedies can delay professional diagnosis and may lead to complications. He urged citizens to consult qualified medical practitioners and use government‑run screening facilities that offer free or subsidised tests.
The ministry has announced plans to expand outreach camps across districts, aiming to reach remote areas where access to diagnostic services is limited. Officials said the initiative aligns with the national goal of reducing cancer mortality through timely intervention.
In a press briefing, the minister warned that self‑medication or reliance on unverified remedies can delay professional diagnosis and may lead to complications. He urged citizens to consult qualified medical practitioners and use government‑run screening facilities that offer free or subsidised tests.
The ministry has announced plans to expand outreach camps across districts, aiming to reach remote areas where access to diagnostic services is limited. Officials said the initiative aligns with the national goal of reducing cancer mortality through timely intervention.